Published: 05-21-2026 | Category: Troop E
Natchitoches Parish – On Thursday, May 21, 2026, at approximately 2:58 a.m., Louisiana State Police Troop E responded to a fatal crash on I-49 north of Natchitoches. This crash claimed the life of 40-year-old Felisha Roe of Palestine, TX.
The initial investigation revealed that a 2026 Nissan, driven by Roe, was traveling north on I-49. For reasons still under investigation, Roe lost control of the vehicle, which caused it to leave the roadway, and overturn.
Roe, who was not restrained, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead. Routine toxicology samples were obtained and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
While not all crashes are survivable, proper use of seat belts can greatly decrease an occupant’s chance of death and may greatly reduce the extent of injury. Always ensuring every occupant is properly restrained can often mean the difference between life and death.
Contact Information:
M/T Casey Wallace
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 266-7275
[email protected]