Daniel Garcia dies in fatal Baton Rouge car crash
Fatal Baton Rouge car crash death of Daniel Garcia
Daniel Garcia, a 36-year-old resident of Baton Rouge, was pronounced deceased following a hit-and-run incident on Louisiana Highway 327 Spur near Rush Avenue in East Baton Rouge Parish early Tuesday morning, June 24th, according to Louisiana State Police Troop A. The crash occurred shortly before 8:30 a.m., with initial reports indicating Garcia was struck by an unknown vehicle while walking in the northbound lane of the roadway between approximately 3:45 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. Law enforcement officials stated the vehicle involved fled the scene without providing assistance or rendering aid to the injured individual. Troops with Troop A are actively seeking information to identify the responsible party and urge any witnesses or those with relevant data regarding the area’s occupancy during that specific time frame to contact authorities. The public can reach the Louisiana State Police Troop A by calling 225-754-8500 or accessing their online reporting portal. Anonymous tips can also be submitted via the LSP Fusion Center Hotline at 1-800-434-8007. Garcia’s family is believed to be receiving support from the Louisiana State Police Survivor Portal, accessible through https://sakt.louisiana.gov. The ongoing investigation into this tragic event continues as authorities work diligently to bring closure and identify those involved in this devastating accident. Residents are reminded to be cautious and report any suspicious activity via the Speed Online system at https://speed-online.dps.la.gov/SuspiciousActivity/SAR. The Louisiana State Police continues to provide updates through their official channels, including social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook, and urge the public to assist in solving this case by coming forward with any information.
