Madisonville Woman Killed in Two-Vehicle Livingston Parish Crash

TROOP A NEWS RELEASE
September 19, 2025

Livingston – Shortly before 9:00 a.m. on September 19, 2025, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop A began investigating a two-vehicle crash on LA 444 near Acosta Lane in Livingston Parish. The crash claimed the life of 23-year-old Sarah Stone of Madisonville.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2002 Honda Civic, driven by Stone, was traveling east on LA 444 near Acosta Lane. At the same time, a 2014 Peterbilt tow truck was traveling west on LA 444 near Acosta Lane. For reasons still under investigation, the Honda failed to negotiate a right curve, crossed the centerline, and struck the Peterbilt head-on.

Stone was properly restrained but was pronounced deceased on the scene. The driver of the tow truck was also properly restrained and sustained minor injuries. Impairment is not suspected to be a factor in this crash; however, routine toxicology samples were collected for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Troopers wish to remind motorists to always make responsible choices when driving: avoid impairment, fatigue, and distractions. Follow traffic laws and ensure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained. While not all crashes are preventable, simple precautions like these can save lives.

Contact Information:
Trooper Shelby Mayfield
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop A
Phone: (225) 921-1384
[email protected]