Baton Rouge, LA – Louisiana State Police are asking for public assistance after a 71-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash Wednesday afternoon on LA 67, just north of LA 408 in Baton Rouge.
According to Louisiana State Police Troop A, the crash occurred just before 1:45 p.m. on October 22, 2025, when James Rasberry of Hodge, Louisiana, was walking along the southbound shoulder of LA 67 and was struck from behind by an unknown vehicle. The driver fled the scene immediately after the collision.
Rasberry suffered severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators said impairment is not known at this time, but a toxicology sample was collected for analysis. The Louisiana State Police Crime Lab responded to process the scene, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Based on debris and evidence recovered, troopers believe the suspect vehicle is a 2019 or newer Nissan Altima with noticeable damage to the right front bumper, headlight, and side mirror.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Louisiana State Police Troop A at (225) 754-8500.
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