Golden Meadow Man Killed in St. Mary Parish Single-Vehicle Crash

Morgan City - On November 22, 2024, shortly after 1:00 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a single-vehicle fatality crash on Louisiana Highway 182 near Progress Lane. The crash claimed the life of 65-year-old Russ Theriot of Golden Meadow.

The preliminary investigation revealed that Theriot was driving a 2023 Toyota Tacoma east on LA Hwy 182. For reasons still under investigation, the Toyota traveled off the roadway to the right, struck an embankment and a set of poles, and overturned.

Theriot, who was restrained, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Standard toxicology samples were collected from Theriot and submitted for analysis.

While the cause of this crash remains under investigation, impaired and distracted driving remain leading causes of crashes in our state. Louisiana State Police urge all motorists to stay sober, focused, and alert on the road.

Contact Information:

Sgt. Ross Brennan

Louisiana State Police

Public Affairs Section - Region 2

Office: (985) 857-3680

[email protected]