BATON ROUGE, La. — A Louisiana State University student was killed in a vehicle crash near campus early Sunday morning.
Leah Fonte, a 21-year-old senior from Metairie studying biological sciences, was struck by a car on Nicholson Drive near Lee Avenue, according to authorities. Emergency responders pronounced her dead at the scene.
The LSU community is mourning the loss. Chancellor Jim Dalton stated, “The LSU family is grieving today after learning of this tragic accident involving our student, Leah Fonte.” He added that resources, including counselors with LSU Cares, are available for students and faculty.
President Wade Rousse extended condolences on behalf of the LSU System, stating, “We send sincere condolences to the Fonte family as they learn of Leah's passing. We pray that God will comfort those she loved during this time of reflection and mourning.”
Details about the crash remain limited, and the incident is under investigation. Authorities have not released additional information regarding other vehicles involved, lane closures, or any injuries sustained by other individuals.