TANGIPAHOA PARISH, La. — A 24-year-old Lafayette man has died after he was struck by a vehicle on Interstate 12 in Tangipahoa Parish, authorities said.

The incident occurred on I-12 near Louisiana Highway 1249. State Police responded to the scene at about 1:20 a.m.

Investigators determined the victim, Dentreal Mouton had been hit by a 2019 Honda Accord while walking westbound in the left lane of the interstate. The vehicle was traveling in the same direction.

Mouton died at the scene. The driver of the Honda, who was properly restrained, was not injured, according to state police.

Police said routine toxicology samples were taken from both Mouton and the driver as part of the investigation.

State Police reminded the public that walking along interstate highways is prohibited under Lou

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