A deadly single-vehicle crash along Highway 1 is under investigation after 67-year-old Chris James of Mansura was killed early Wednesday morning in Lettsworth. Authorities say the incident happened before dawn, leaving more questions than answers.
Deputies with the Pointe Coupee Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to the crash around 3:30 a.m. on Feb. 18. According to officials, the accident involved just one vehicle. No other drivers or passengers were reported at the scene.
During the collision, investigators said the driver was ejected from the vehicle. That driver was later identified as Chris James. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Pointe Coupee Parish Coroner’s Office was also called to the crash site. Officials confirmed that an autopsy will be conducted to determine the official cause and manner of death. Those findings may provide more clarity about what happened in the moments leading up to the crash.
At this time, law enforcement has not released information about what may have caused the vehicle to crash. Details such as possible mechanical issues, road conditions, or other contributing factors have not been disclosed.
Deputies say the investigation remains active. They are continuing to review the circumstances surrounding the early morning collision as they work to determine exactly how the crash occurred.
For residents of Pointe Coupee Parish, the stretch of Highway 1 where the crash happened now carries a heavier weight. A single vehicle, a dark highway, and a life lost have left the community waiting for answers while authorities complete their investigation.
