A fatal crash in New Orleans is under investigation by the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) after an adult male pedestrian was struck and killed near Tulane Avenue and South Scott Street in the First District.
According to New Orleans Police Department News, the incident occurred around 7:53 p.m. Emergency responders found the victim on the roadway and transported him to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The collision involved two vehicles—a Toyota Camry that stopped in front of the pedestrian and a Ford Explorer that struck the man while attempting to pass the Camry.
The NOPD Traffic Fatality Unit is leading the investigation. The driver of the Ford Explorer is cooperating with authorities, and no other injuries were reported. The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office will release the victim’s name following an autopsy.
Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact the NOPD Traffic Fatality Unit. Updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
