One Dead, One Injured in West Carroll Parish Head-On Crash
Published: 10-23-2026 | Category: Fatal Crash
Epps – On Friday, October 23, 2026, shortly before 7:00 a.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop F began investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash on Louisiana Highway 17 just north of Waller Road. The crash claimed the life of a 57-year-old man from Epps.
The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2025 Ford F-150 was traveling south on Louisiana Highway 17. At the same time, a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox was traveling north on Louisiana Highway 17. For reasons still under investigation, the Ford veered left, crossed the centerline, and struck the Chevrolet in the northbound lane of Louisiana Highway 17.
The driver of the Chevrolet, who was not properly restrained, suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. The driver of the Ford, who was also unrestrained, was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries. Routine toxicology samples were collected and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
Troopers urge drivers and passengers to always make safe decisions behind the wheel: never drive impaired, always wear a seatbelt, and avoid distractions. Taking a few extra seconds to buckle up or slow down can be the difference between life and death.
Contact Information:
ST Ryan Davis
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 345-2810
[email protected]