Driver Killed in Two-Vehicle Beauregard Parish Crash

Ragley – On July 28, 2025, shortly after 12:00 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop D began investigating a two-vehicle fatality crash on Louisiana Highway 12 at the intersection with US Highway 171 in Beauregard Parish. The crash claimed the life of 68-year-old Jacqueline Mills of Kinder.

The preliminary investigation revealed that Mills was driving a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe on the exit ramp of US Hwy 171 approaching LA Hwy 12. At the same time, a 2015 Dodge Ram 3500 was westbound on LA Hwy 12. For reasons still under investigation, the Chevrolet failed to yield at a stop sign with the intersection of LA Hwy 12, entered the path of the approaching Ram, and was struck on the driver’s side.

Mills sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. A passenger in the Chevrolet suffered serious injuries and was transported to an out-of-area hospital for treatment. The driver of the Ram sustained minor injuries, while two additional passengers were uninjured. All occupants involved in the crash were restrained.

Standard toxicology samples were collected from both drivers and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Troopers wish to remind motorists to always remain vigilant when approaching and entering intersections. Always come to a complete stop where required, scan for oncoming traffic in all directions, and proceed only when it is safe to do so. Obeying traffic signals and right-of-way rules and avoiding distractions are critical steps in preventing serious crashes and saving lives.

Contact Information:
TPR Henry Perez
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs – Troop C
Office: (985) 857-3680
[email protected]