Troopers Investigate Two Separate Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Crashes

Published: 10-12-2026 | Category: Fatal Crash


Houma – On October 11, 2026, shortly after 11:00 a.m., Louisiana State Police Troop C began investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash involving a motorcycle on Louisiana Highway 182 near Daneco Court. This crash claimed the life of a 54-year-old man from Houma.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2021 Harley-Davidson Street Glide was traveling west on LA Hwy 182 after negotiating a right-hand curve. For reasons still under investigation, the motorcycle exited the roadway to the right, causing the motorcyclist to be ejected.

The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. He was wearing a DOT-approved motorcycle helmet at the time of the crash. 

A standard toxicology sample was collected from the motorcyclist and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Thibodaux – On October 11, 2026, shortly before 12:00 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop C began investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash involving a motorcycle on Laurel Valley Road near Choctaw Road. This crash claimed the life of a 72-year-old man from Golden Meadow. 

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2023 Harley-Davidson Freewheeler was traveling east on Laurel Valley Road while negotiating an S-curve. For reasons still under investigation, the motorcycle crossed the centerline, exited the roadway to the left, and overturned.

The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. He was wearing a DOT-approved motorcycle helmet at the time of the crash. 

A standard toxicology sample was collected from the motorcyclist and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Contact Information:  
TPR Henry Perez   
Louisiana State Police    
Public Affairs – Troop C    
Office: (985) 857-3680    
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