Man, 26, Killed After Stepping Onto I-55 In Tangipahoa

A deadly chain of events unfolded late Saturday night on Interstate 55 in Tangipahoa Parish, leaving a 26 year old man dead after he was struck while attempting to cross the highway.

According to Louisiana State Police, the incident happened around 11:00 p.m. on March 28 near LA 442 in Tickfaw.

Troopers say the man, identified as Austin B. Gentry of Independence, was involved in an initial crash on the southbound side of I 55. For reasons still under investigation, he exited his vehicle before emergency crews arrived and attempted to cross the interstate.

At the same time, a Toyota Corolla was traveling northbound and struck Gentry in the roadway.

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He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities have not released additional details about the initial crash or whether impairment or other factors played a role. The driver of the vehicle that struck him remained at the scene, according to investigators.

The crash remains under investigation.