Published: 12-04-2025 | Category: Troop I
St. Martinville – On December 04, 2025, shortly after 10:00 a.m., Louisiana State Police Troop I responded to a single-vehicle serious injury crash on Louisiana Highway 96 near Louisiana Highway 345 in St. Martin Parish. The crash ultimately claimed the life of 61-year-old Kongkham Phommachanh of New Iberia.
The preliminary investigation revealed that Phommachanh was driving a 2002 Toyota Tundra west on LA Hwy 96. For reasons still under investigation, the Tundra failed to negotiate a curve, ran off the roadway, and then overturned.
Phommachanh, who was properly restrained at the time of the crash, sustained serious injuries. She was transported to a nearby hospital, where she later died.
A standard toxicology sample was collected from Phommachanh and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
Troopers wish to remind motorists of the importance of making responsible decisions while operating a motor vehicle. Never drive impaired, fatigued, or distracted. While not all crashes are survivable, taking simple precautions like these can often mean the difference between life and death. If you witness any hazardous situations, please dial *LSP (*577) to report them to the Louisiana State Police.
Contact Information:
Trooper Monique Lavergne
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop I
Office: 337-262-5880
[email protected]