Louisiana Man Killed in Evening Crash with FedEx Truck

Louisiana – Louisiana State Police reported that troopers from LSP Troop D responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash near the intersection of LA Hwy 12 and Pierce Road in Beauregard Parish on June 1, 2022, shortly before 5:00 p.m. David J. Riley, 30, of DeRidder, Louisiana, was killed in the crash. According to preliminary findings, a 2021 Chevrolet Express FedEx truck driven by Taylor A. Maye, 21, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, was traveling west on LA 12. Maye crossed the centerline into the opposing lane of travel and attempted to pass another vehicle in a no passing zone for reasons that are still being investigated. A 2006 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling east on LA 12 when it was sideswiped by the FedEx truck.

Riley suffered fatal injuries despite being properly restrained and was pronounced dead at the scene. The FedEx truck driver and the Chevrolet driver, who were both properly restrained, suffered minor injuries and were transported to area hospitals for treatment. Both drivers provided toxicology samples, which were then analyzed.

This crash is still being investigated.

Louisiana State Troopers would like to remind motorists to always make sound decisions when driving. Never drive while impaired, fatigued, or distracted, and always make sure all occupants are properly restrained. While not all car accidents are avoidable, simple precautions like these can often mean the difference between life and death.

Troop D has investigated 9 fatal crashes resulting in 10 deaths in 2022.