ATV Crash Claims the Life of Texas Man

Richland Parish – On Sunday, June 16, 2024, shortly before 11:00 p.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop F began investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash on Johnny Walker Road at John Crocker Road. The crash claimed the life of 51-year-old Gustavo Razo of Brownsville, Texas.

The initial investigation revealed that a Can-Am Outlander, driven by Razo, was traveling north on Johnny Walker Road. For reasons still under investigation, Razo made a right turn onto John Crocker Road immediately followed by a sharp left turn which caused the Outlander to overturn.

Razo, who was not wearing a DOT-approved helmet, was pronounced dead at the scene. Routine toxicology samples were collected and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Louisiana State Police reminds the public that the use of ATVs and UTVs on roadways is illegal unless directly related to farming or other duties outlined by Louisiana Revised Statue 32:299. The law can be found by following this link: https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/Law.aspx?d=88237. Properly utilizing safety equipment, such as a helmet and seatbelts when riding in a UTV, can decrease the risk of serious injury or death.

In 2024, Troop F has investigated 21 fatal crashes, resulting in 22 deaths.

Contact Information:

TFC Ryan Davis

Louisiana State Police

Public Affairs Section

Office: (318) 345-2810

[email protected]