Unrestrained Denham Springs Man Killed in Head-On Livingston Parish Crash

TROOP A NEWS RELEASE
November 29, 2025

Denham Springs – Shortly after 4:00 p.m. on November 28, 2025, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop A began investigating a two-vehicle crash on LA 1019 near Amite Church Road in Livingston Parish. The crash claimed the life of 55-year-old John Cason of Denham Springs.

The preliminary investigation revealed that Cason was driving a 2015 Mazda 3 north on LA 1019, south of Amite Church Road. At the same time, a 2017 Nissan Altima was traveling south on LA 1019. For reasons still under investigation, the Mazda crossed the centerline and struck the Nissan head-on.

Cason was unrestrained at the time of the crash, sustained severe injuries, and was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the Nissan was properly restrained and sustained moderate injuries. Impairment is not a suspected factor in this crash; however, standard toxicology samples were obtained and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Troopers wish to remind motorists to always make responsible choices when driving: avoid impairment, fatigue, and distractions. Follow traffic laws and ensure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained. While not all crashes are preventable, simple precautions like these can save lives.

Contact Information:
Trooper Shelby Mayfield
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop A
Phone: (225) 921-1384
[email protected]