Published: 05-01-2026 | Category: Troop F
Farmerville– On Friday, May 1, 2026, shortly after 11:00 a.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop F began investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred on Louisiana Highway 15 just north of Louisiana Highway 549. The crash claimed the life of 33-year-old Deairio Loggins of Bernice.
The initial investigation revealed that a 2012 Nissan Altima, driven by Loggins, was traveling south on Louisiana Highway 15. At the same time, a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer was traveling north on Louisiana Highway 15. For reasons still under investigation, the Nissan traveled off the right side of the road. Loggins attempted to regain control by steering left, but overcorrected, causing the vehicle to cross over the southbound lane and enter the northbound lane directly into the path of the Chevrolet. As a result, the Chevrolet struck the Nissan in the northbound lane of Louisiana Highway 15.
Loggins, who was unrestrained, suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. The driver of the Chevrolet, who was properly restrained, suffered moderate injuries and was transferred to an area hospital for treatment. Although impairment is not suspected, routine toxicology samples were collected and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
While not all crashes are survivable, statistics show that properly wearing your seat belt will dramatically reduce your chances of being severely injured or killed in a crash. Louisiana law requires that every person in a vehicle, regardless of seating position, remain buckled up at all times. Properly wearing your seat belt is one of the most effective ways to save your life and reduce injuries during crashes.
Contact Information:
ST Ryan Davis
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 345-2810
[email protected]