Unrestrained Motorist Killed in Single-Vehicle Livingston Parish Crash

TROOP A NEWS RELEASE
January 7, 2026

Walker – Shortly after 12:30 a.m. on January 7, 2026, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop A began investigating a single-vehicle crash on LA 447 near Avants Road in Livingston Parish. The crash claimed the life of 21-year-old Jowarski Nedd of Walker.

The preliminary investigation revealed that officers with the Walker Police Department attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a white 2024 Honda Accord on LA 447 at US 190 for a traffic violation. The driver refused to stop and fled northbound on LA 447. The pursuit was subsequently terminated after officers lost sight of the vehicle.

A short time later, Troopers were dispatched to a single vehicle crash on LA 447 near Avants Road. The investigation further revealed that Nedd was the driver of the Honda and was traveling north on LA 447 when he failed to negotiate a right-hand curve, exited the left side of the roadway, and struck several trees.

Nedd was unrestrained at the time of the crash, sustained fatal injuries, and was pronounced deceased on the scene. Impairment is unknown; however, standard toxicology samples will be 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]