Authorities in Louisiana Searching For Hit-and-Run Suspect Who Knowcked Over a Fuel Pump

By Orion Blake

Published August 16, 2023

Thibodaux, Louisiana - Authorities in Louisiana are searching for a hit-and-run suspect who knocked over a fuel pump.

Authorities are currently conducting an investigation into a concerning incident that occurred at 1818 Highway 3185 in Thibodaux, Louisiana recently.

It has been reported that a white pickup truck was involved in a hit-and-run, leading to a fuel pump being knocked over and subsequently bursting into flames. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene, and their identity is currently unknown.

Authorities are asking that anyone with any information regarding the individual in question contact Bayou Region Crime Stoppers using the Bayou Tips mobile app, via crimestoppersbr.org, or by calling 1-800-743-7433.

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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