Published: 04-28-2026 | Category: Troop E
Rapides Parish – On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at approximately 7:00 a.m., Louisiana State Police Troop E responded to a one-vehicle crash on Nation Road near Philadelphia Road. This crash claimed the life of 55-year-old Bryan Barbat of Pineville.
The initial investigation revealed that a 2011 Harley Davidson motorcycle, driven by Barbat, was southbound on Nation Road. For reasons still under investigation, Barbat exited the roadway, entered the ditch, and impacted a utility pole support cable which sequentially ejected Barbat from the vehicle.
Barbat sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene. Routine toxicology samples were collected and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
Troopers encourage all riders to take an approved motorcycle safety course. These courses teach safe riding practices and help you apply safe riding strategies that can help reduce your chance of injury should a crash occur.
Contact Information:
M/T Casey Wallace
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 239-0912
[email protected]