Authorities in Louisiana Seeking Information Regarding Fatal Vehicle-Motorcycle Hit-and-Run Crash in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge, Louisiana – Authorities in Louisiana are seeking information regarding a fatal hit-and-run crash involving a vehicle and a motorcycle in Baton Rouge.

On May 15, 2023, the Baton Rouge Police Department (BRPD) reported that Traffic Homicide Investigators are seeking information regarding a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred on May 6, 2023, in the 10500 block of Greenwell Springs Road around 1:00 a.m.

According to reports from police, investigators believe that a dark-colored 2013-2018 Ford Taurus SHO struck and killed a motorcyclist head-on before fleeing the scene. Authorities indicated that there should be damage to the front of the vehicle. The last known direction of travel was westbound on Greenwell Springs Road.

BRPD is asking that anyone with information that could assist investigators, contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 225-344-STOP (344-7867), Download the P3 Tips App, or Visit crimestoppers225.com

Authorities indicated that you will remain completely anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward.

All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

A short paragraph about where Baton Rouge, Louisiana is located

Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana and is located in the southeastern part of the state on the Mississippi River. Baton Rouge is one of the largest cities in Louisiana and is located about 80 miles northwest of New Orleans. The city is situated on a high bluff overlooking the river and is part of the Baton Rouge metropolitan area.