Bonita Woman Killed in Single-Vehicle Morehouse Parish Crash

Bastrop – On Thursday, October 16, 2025, shortly after 3:00 p.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop F began investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash on Louisiana Highway 599, near Bernie Turner Road. The crash claimed the life of 80-year-old Maris Johnston.

The initial investigation revealed that a 2024 Ford Expedition, driven by Johnston, was traveling south on Louisiana Highway 599. For reasons still under investigation, the Ford ran off the right side of the road, struck an embankment, and overturned.

Johnston, who was unrestrained, suffered serious injuries. She was transported to an area hospital, where she later died. Although impairment is not suspected, routine toxicology samples were collected and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

While not all crashes are survivable, statistics show that properly wearing your seat belt will dramatically reduce your chances of being severely injured or killed in a crash. Louisiana law requires that every person in a vehicle, regardless of seating position, always remain buckled up. Properly wearing your seatbelt is one of the most effective ways to save your life and reduce the risk of injuries during a crash.

Contact Information:
ST Ryan Davis
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 345-2810
[email protected]