PLATTENVILLE, La. (KPEL-FM) – An 18-year-old man died in a single-vehicle crash in Assumption Parish on New Year’s Eve.
According to Louisiana State Police, the victim was identified as Jamor Jones of Napoleonville.
Crash Details on Highway 308
The incident occurred shortly before 6:00 p.m. on December 31 on Louisiana Highway 308 near Lucky Street in Plattenville.
Investigation Findings
Preliminary reports indicate that Jones was traveling northbound on a KTM dirt bike when, for unknown reasons, he left the roadway to the right. The bike entered a shallow ditch, overturned, and ejected him.
Helmet Usage and Medical Response
Jones was not wearing a DOT-approved helmet and sustained serious injuries. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. A toxicology sample was collected for analysis.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, according to State Police.