Summaries for Year 2026
Fatal #: 278
Operator #: 3818
Accident #: 266
Station Sending: SPTG
#(1) Deceased
#(1) Injured
Date of Crash: 08/08/2026
Time: 10:50 AM
Location: STATE HIGHWAY 53 S
City: RURAL
County: LAFAYETTE
Deceased
| Name (Vehicle #) | Age | City | M/F | Driver | Passenger | Pedestrian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAX KNIGHT (1) | 82 | TAYLOR | M | X |
| Additional Deceased |
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Injured
| Name (Vehicle #) | Age | City | M/F | Driver | Passenger | Pedestrian |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JEB MCCUEN (1) | 41 | SPRINGHILL | M | X |
| Additional Injured |
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Vehicles
Vehicle
Year
Direction
Hwy.
1. LINCOLN TOWNCAR
2003
SB
SH 53
2. HONDA CRV
1999
NB
SH 53
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Initial Narrative:
V1 CROSSED THE CENTERLINE. V2 STRUCK V1.
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| Weather Condition: CLEAR | Road Condition: DRY | |
| Injured Taken To: OCHSNER LSU | Body Held At: BAILEY FUNERAL HOME | |
| NOK Notified: YES | Investigating Officer: TRP TREY WILLIAMS 608 | Agency: ASP |