Two Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crashes Kill Three in Louisiana Parishes

Three separate fatal vehicle collisions were reported in Louisiana, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries. In St. Landry Parish, Alex Chavis, 38, was killed in a head-on collision after his vehicle crossed the centerline on Highway 358, while the other driver suffered serious injuries. In St. Tammany Parish, 39-year-old Jennifer L. Ayo died in a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Highways 36 and 3241; she was unrestrained, and the crash also left two others injured with life-threatening and moderate injuries. On Interstate 49 near Highway 29 in Ville Platte, a rear-end collision between two commercial trucks resulted in the death of 40-year-old Marcus Landry, who was properly restrained, while the other driver was unharmed and tested negative for alcohol. Investigations in all cases remain ongoing, with toxicology samples collected from involved drivers. Authorities continue to urge motorists to drive safely, avoid distractions, and always use seat belts to prevent fatalities and serious injuries.