New Orleans Police Investigating Fatal Crash in New Orleans East
NEW ORLEANS — A fatal crash occurred around 4 p.m. on Saturday on North I-510, near the intersection with Interstate 10.
New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) reported that a vehicle was traveling north on I-510 when it left the roadway, struck a tree, and caught fire. Upon arrival, officers found a deceased individual in the driver's seat, with no other passengers present.
The victim has not yet been identified, pending notification of family, and the Orleans Parish Coroner's Office will determine the cause of death.
NOPD is urging anyone with information regarding the incident to contact Traffic Fatality Investigators at (504) 658-6210 or Crimestoppers anonymously at (504) 822-1111.