**UPDATE** State Police Seek Help Identifying Vehicle Involved in Hit-and-Run Fatality Crash

Update – The driver involved in the crash has been identified and cited for failure to report a crash. It has been determined through investigative means that Osbon intentionally walked out into traffic when struck by the vehicle. This crash remains under investigation.

See below for the original news release issued on October 21, 2024.

Start – On Monday, October 21, 2024, shortly before 9:00 a.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop F began investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash involving a pedestrian on Interstate 20 just east of Louisiana Highway 133. The crash claimed the life of 35-year-old Jared Osbon of West Monroe.

The preliminary investigation revealed that at approximately 10:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 20, 2024, Osbon was struck by an unknown vehicle while walking in the left eastbound lane of Interstate 20. He suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. The unknown vehicle fled the scene of the crash.

Through investigative means, Troopers determined that Osbon was struck by a 2021 or newer Ford Super Duty (F-250 or F-350). The Ford sustained damages to its left front headlight assembly and grill. If anyone has information about this crash, we urge you to contact Louisiana State Police - Troop F at 318-345-0000. This crash remains under investigation.

The use of any Louisiana interstate by pedestrians, bicycles, or other non-motorized vehicles is prohibited. For areas approved for pedestrian traffic, pedestrians are urged to maintain heightened awareness while walking near the road. Simple precautions such as wearing reflective materials, avoiding distractions, and walking a safe distance from travel lanes while facing oncoming traffic could help prevent many pedestrian-related crashes. Troopers would also like to take this opportunity to remind drivers of the consequences of hit-and-run driving. Whoever commits the crime of felony hit-and-run driving when death or serious bodily injury is a result can be fined up to five thousand dollars and face up to ten years in prison.

Contact Information:
TFC Ryan Davis
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 345-2810
[email protected]