Published: 04-06-2026 | Category: Troop G
Haughton – This morning, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop G responded to a single-vehicle crash on Sligo Road near Mayflower Road. The crash claimed the life of 43-year-old Preston Workman of Haughton.
The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2025 Harley-Davidson motorcycle, driven by Workman, was traveling east on Sligo Road. For reasons still under investigation, Workman’s vehicle traveled across the centerline, collided with an uneven section of the roadway shoulder, and overturned.
Workman, who was wearing a DOT-approved helmet at the time of the crash, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. A passenger on the motorcycle, who was wearing a DOT-approved helmet, sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Impairment on the part of Workman is unknown; however, standard toxicology samples were taken and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
Troopers urge all motorists to make good decisions while operating a motor vehicle. For motorcycle riders, enrolling in an approved safety course can significantly improve both riding skills and awareness on the road. To learn more about available motorcycle safety courses, visit https://lsp.org/services/training/motorcycle-safety/.
Contact Information:
Trooper Eddie Thomas
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section-Troop G
Office: (318) 741-7411
[email protected]