NOPD is investigating a traffic accident that left one person dead and another injured on March 11, 2025 in the Fifth District.
Investigators say the accident happened at Elysian Fields Avenue just before the Interstate 10 on-ramp at North Dorgenois Street at about 8:10 p.m.
Through initial investigation, traffic fatality investigators determined that the driver of a Nissan Altima was headed south bound on Elysian Fields when two pedestrians reportedly appeared in the road as he crossing the intersection at North Dorgenois with a green light. The driver stated he could not avoid hitting the pedestrians. One, an adult male, was pronounced deceased on scene by EMS personnel, the other an adult female, was taken to the hospital and was reported to be in critical condition.
The driver of the vehicle remained on scene and is cooperating with investigators.
The Orleans Parish Coroner will determine the exact cause of death and identify the victim after family notification.
NOPD Traffic Fatality Investigator Richard Chambers is leading the ongoing investigation. No further information is available.
Anyone with additional information about this accident is asked to contact the Traffic Fatality Unit at (504) 658-6205 or Crimestoppers anonymously at (504) 822-1111.