The incident occurred in New Orleans as a deputy was escorting a funeral procession. The NOPD is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
NEW ORLEANS, LA - January 30, 2026
A Jefferson Parish deputy was tragically killed in a traffic collision while escorting a funeral procession in New Orleans. The incident occurred on Friday, although the exact time and location have not been disclosed. The New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) is currently investigating the circumstances of the crash.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 30, 2026, time not specified
- Location: New Orleans, LA
- Type of crash: Not specified
- Vehicles involved: Not specified
- Injuries / fatalities: 1 fatality (deputy)
- Responding agencies: NOPD
- Source(s): Hoodline
Crash Overview
The tragic incident took place in New Orleans during a funeral escort conducted by a deputy from the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office. The exact sequence of events leading to the collision has not been detailed in the initial reports. The New Orleans Police Department is leading the investigation into the crash.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, but unfortunately, the deputy succumbed to injuries sustained in the collision. At this time, the specific details regarding the vehicles involved and the precise location of the crash have not been released.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not yet disclosed any contributing factors or potential causes of the collision.
People Involved
The sole fatality reported in this incident is the deputy who was performing a funeral escort at the time of the collision. The name and age of the deputy have not been released by authorities. No additional injuries have been reported, but details remain limited.