Published: 09-30-2025 | Category: Troop B
Chalmette – On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, just before 4:00 a.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop B began investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian on Paris Road just north of Marina Road in St. Bernard Parish. The crash ultimately claimed the life of 44-year-old Eddie Teal of Arabi
The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2023 Western Star tractor-trailer was traveling southbound on Paris Road. At the same time, Teal crossed a cement barrier wall from a lane that was closed for construction and entered the path of the tractor-trailer. Teal was struck by the tractor-trailer and subsequently by a vehicle traveling behind it.
Teal sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he later died. Impairment is not suspected for either driver; both voluntarily submitted breath samples, which showed no presence of alcohol. Impairment on the part of Teal is unknown at this time. Standard toxicology samples were collected and submitted for analysis.
Pedestrians are urged to use designated crosswalks and avoid entering active roadways or construction zones. Visibility is especially limited during nighttime hours, and entering travel lanes unexpectedly can have tragic consequences. Always make safety a priority-whether walking, biking, or driving.
Contact Information:
Trooper First Class Jacob Pucheu
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop B
Office: (504) 471-2775
[email protected]