Warren Eugene Wood dies in fatal Rapides Parish crash
Fatal Rapides Parish crash death of Warren Eugene Wood – Obituary
On Wednesday, August 7, Warren Eugene Wood, a 59-year-old resident of Elmer, lost his life in a serious accident that closed a section of La. 12, as reported by Louisiana State Police. The incident occurred shortly after 3 p.m. when troopers were called to the scene about a mile west of the DeQuincy city limits.
According to investigators, Wood was operating a dump truck on La. 12 when he veered off the road to the right. After overcorrecting, the truck crossed to the left side of the road, overturned onto its left side, and skidded into a wooded area. The vehicle struck several trees and ignited. Wood was pronounced dead at the scene.
Due to the crash’s severity, officials were unable to determine whether Wood was wearing a seatbelt. Toxicology tests have been collected and are awaiting analysis.
Fatal Rapides Parish crash death of Warren Eugene Wood – Obituary On Wednesday, August 7, Warren Eugene Wood, a 59-year-old resident of Elmer, lost his life in a serious accident that closed a section of La. 12, as reported by Louisiana State Police. The incident occurred shortly after 3 p.m. when troopers were called to…
Fatal Rapides Parish crash death of Warren Eugene Wood – Obituary On Wednesday, August 7, Warren Eugene Wood, a 59-year-old resident of Elmer, lost his life in a serious accident that closed a section of La. 12, as reported by Louisiana State Police. The incident occurred shortly after 3 p.m. when troopers were called to…