Unrestrained Driver Killed in St. Helena Parish Crash (5)

Greensburg – On July 31, 2025, at approximately 8:20 p.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop L responded to a single-vehicle crash on LA Hwy 1042 near Edward Wells Lane in St. Helena Parish. The crash claimed the life of 32-year-old Christopher T. Self of Greensburg.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2015 Chevrolet Impala, driven by Self, was traveling eastbound on LA Hwy 1042. For reasons still under investigation, the Chevrolet veered off the roadway to the right and overturned.

Self, who was unrestrained, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained fatal injuries. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. As part of the ongoing investigation, a routine toxicology sample was obtained from Self for analysis.

Troopers remind motorists of the importance of making responsible decisions while operating a motor vehicle. Never drive while impaired, fatigued, or distracted. Additionally, Louisiana law requires that every occupant of a motor vehicle, regardless of seating position, remain properly restrained at all times. While not all crashes are survivable, taking simple precautions like these can often mean the difference between life and death.

Contact Information:
Trooper Marc Gremillion
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop L
Phone: (985) 302-9272
[email protected]