Fatal Pedestrian Crash in Opelousas, St. Landry Parish
OPELOUSAS, LA — On August 14, 2025, shortly before 2:00 a.m., a tragic two-vehicle crash claimed the life of 42‑year‑old Chrystal Thevis of Opelousas. The incident occurred on U.S. Highway 167 near Flamingo Road in St. Landry Parish, according to Louisiana State Police Troop I.Louisiana State PoliceKATC News
The preliminary investigation indicates that a southbound 2011 Toyota 4Runner struck Thevis as she walked in the roadway wearing dark-colored clothing. A second southbound vehicle then collided with her and fled the scene; that vehicle remains unidentified.Louisiana State PoliceKATC News
The driver of the 4Runner was properly restrained and uninjured. Although no impairment was suspected, the driver voluntarily submitted a breath sample that tested negative for alcohol. A toxicology sample was collected from Thevis and sent for analysis. The investigation is ongoing.
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