One killed, another critically injured in four-vehicle crash on Airline Highway
Published 12:08 pm Saturday, November 23, 2024
- The crash took the life of 55-year-old Mixon Thomas of Ponchatoula, according to Louisiana State Police.
A four-vehicle car crash on U.S. 61 near Windsor Street has claimed the life of a 55-year-old, Thomas Mixon from Ponchatoula, who died at the scene, according to state police.
Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop B had responded to the crash in Laplace at around 4:00 p.m.The initial investigation revealed the crash occured as Mixon was driving northbound on Airline Highway and attempted to change lanes to pass the vehicle in front of him.
However, he hit the front right corner of the truck travelling to his left, which rotated him into the car driving in front of him. Mixon’s truck then crossed the roadway and struck an SUV traveling south on Airline Highway.
Officials say Mixon who was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash was pronounced deceased on the scene. As part of the ongoing investigation, a toxicology sample was obtained from Mixon for analysis.
One of the drivers was taken to a hospital with serious injuries. The other two passengers were wearing seatbelts and uninjured.This crash remains under investigation.
Troopers wish to remind motorists to always make good decisions while in a motor vehicle. Never drive impaired, fatigued or distracted, follow all traffic laws and always ensure every occupant is properly restrained. While not all crashes are survivable, taking simple precautions such as these can often mean the difference between life and death.