Kentwood Man Dies Following Crash in Franklinton
FRANKLINTON, La. — A Kentwood man has died after sustaining injuries in a single-car crash on June 1 at approximately 2:15 p.m.
According to Louisiana State Police, the incident occurred on LA Highway 450, about one mile north of LA 25 in St. Tammany Parish. A truck traveling north on LA 450 lost control, veered off the road, and struck a tree.
The driver incurred minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital. The passenger, identified as George Cole, 89, suffered moderate injuries and was also taken to a local hospital. Cole succumbed to his injuries on June 2 and was pronounced dead.
This incident remains under investigation by law enforcement.