| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 7933 | 2016-05-12 | Troop L | Troopers in Hammond Seek Public’s Help in Fatal Hit and Run Crash |
TROOP L - NEWS RELEASE May 12, 2016 Troopers in Hammond Seek Public’s Help in Fatal Hit and Run Crash Hammond, LA- Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop L are requesting assistance from the public in investigating a fatal hit and run crash. The crash occurred shortly after 10:00 pm on Wednesday May 11, 2016 on LA 3234 [University Ave.] west of US 51. The crash has claimed the life of 26 year-old Erin Gerhard of Independence, LA. The preliminary on-scene investigation led Troopers to determine that Gerhard was riding a skateboard in the right westbound lane of University Ave, when he was struck by an unknown vehicle. After the impact, Gerhard was thrown into the left westbound lane, where he was struck by another vehicle. Both vehicles fled the scene after the crash. Gerhard was severely injured in the crash and was pronounced deceased on-scene by the Tangipahoa Parish Coroner’s Office. As part of the on-going investigation, Troopers obtained blood samples. The samples will be sent to the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab for analysis. Presently, Troopers are seeking a truck and a dark colored sedan. Anyone with any information pertaining to the crash is encouraged to contact the Louisiana State Police Troop L at 985-893-6250. Contact Information: | |||
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