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Update – Trooper and Motorist Seriously Injured Following St. Landry Parish Crash

Published: 07-17-2025 | Category: Troop I

Louisiana State Police Troop I continues to investigate the July 16, 2025, serious injury crash involving a Trooper on US Highway 190 in Opelousas. The preliminary investigation revealed a Trooper was investigating a prior two-vehicle crash near the intersection on US Hwy 190 and LA Hwy 104. The Trooper had their fully marked LSP Tahoe with emergency lights activated positioned in the right westbound lane of US Hwy 190 to protect the scene and those involved in the prior crash from approaching traffic. 

Shortly after, a 2017 GMC Sierra was traveling west in the right lane of US Hwy 190 approaching the prior crash scene. For reasons still under investigation, the GMC failed to move over and yield, striking the rear of the Tahoe. As a result of the impact, the LSP unit was pushed forward, striking the Trooper. A driver and another vehicle from the previous crash were also struck.  

Both the Trooper and prior-crash driver suffered moderate injuries and were transported to a nearby hospital.  The driver of the GMC was also transported with minor injuries. Routine toxicology samples were collected and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation. 

The Louisiana State Police would like to remind all drivers of the importance of adhering to the “Move Over Law,” as outlined in R.S. 32:125. This law requires drivers to yield the right of way to emergency vehicles by changing lanes or slowing down when approaching vehicles with activated emergency lights. The “Move Over Law” is designed to protect first responders and other roadside workers from collisions with passing vehicles. Your cooperation is vital in ensuring the safety of those who serve our roadways.  

 

 

TROOP I ORIGINAL RELEASE
July 16, 2025 

Trooper Seriously Injured Following St. Landry Parish Crash 

Opelousas – On July 16, 2025, shortly before 6:00 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a serious injury crash involving a Trooper on US Highway 190 near the intersection with LA Hwy 104. 

 Preliminary information reveals the Trooper was investigating a prior crash when they were struck by a vehicle. The Trooper sustained serious but stable injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. This investigation is ongoing. Additional details will be released as they become available. 

 

Contact Information:
Trooper First Class Peggy Bourque
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop I
Office: (337) 262 - 5880
[email protected]