Port Allen, LA – Man Killed in ATV Wreck on LA-76

Port Allen, LA (June 15, 2019) – Officials are investigating a wreck that took the life of a man on LA-76 on Saturday, June 15th. The crash happened in the afternoon, and law enforcement found the body around 2 p.m.

The name of the deceased is James D. Major Jr., 61-year-old, of Baton Rouge.

The West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office reported that Major’s body was found on LA-76 near Cash’s Truck Plaza.

Authorities believe that the ATV was Major’s primary motive of transportation. The reason for the crash is not yet known, but officials think that a truck may have dropped sand on the roadway, causing Major’s vehicle to overturn.

He sustained fatal injuries and was believed to have died in the wreck.

The crash is currently under investigation.

We would like to give our heartfelt and more sincere sympathies to the loved ones of James D. Major Jr. Our thoughts are with you.

Baton Rouge Area Fatal ATV Wrecks

ATVs do not offer their drivers the protection of a larger motor vehicle.

This leaves their drivers more vulnerable to severe injuries in the case of an accident.

These incidents can be extremely upsetting for the families of the victims, who may find themselves with many unexpected costs due to medical bills and other damages.

In some cases, you can partner with a personal injury lawyer in Louisiana to regain lost compensation.

At Fisher Injury Lawyers, our Baton Rouge area ATV wreck lawyers have helped millions regain the compensation they deserve. Contact our law offices at 225-766-1234 to see how we can help you.

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