Port Allen, LA – UPDATE: Truck Driver Charged for Role in Fatal Crash on LA-76

Port Allen, LA (June 18, 2019) – The West Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office has identified the truck driver responsible for causing the death of a man riding his ATV earlier in the week in Port Allen.

The crash victim was James D. Major Jr., 61-years-old, who died while traveling on an ATV on LA-76 on Saturday, June 15th. At the time, the events leading up to the accident were not yet known, but authorities have charged an at-fault party.

The truck driver allegedly responsible was identified as 33-year-old Roy Jones, who deliberately dumped sand from his truck on the roadway and created the hazardous conditions which resulted in the death of Major. Jones was charged with misdemeanor criminal mischief and hauling an insecure load and tampering with private property without consent.

Jones has admitted to intentionally dumping the sand in order to clear his truck.

The incident is still under investigation.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of James D. Major during this time.

ATV Crashes in Louisiana

It is obvious that ATVs do not offer their drivers the safety and security of a larger passenger vehicle.

ATV drivers are more vulnerable to serious injuries in the event of an accident. These crashes can be very upsetting for the families of the victims, who may now find themselves taking on unforeseen costs due to medical bills and other damages.

In some cases, you can partner with a personal injury lawyer in Louisiana to be compensated for the injuries you sustained in your ATV wreck.  You may be entitled to compensation for your damages as well.  Speak with a skilled motorcycle accident lawyer about your accident today to see if you have the right to pursue a personal injury lawsuit. 

At Fisher Injury Lawyers, our Baton Rouge motorcycle wreck lawyers have helped countless residents of Louisana get the compensation they deserve. Contact our law offices at 225-766-1234 to see how we can help you.

Note: To write and construct these stories, we utilize a variety of sources including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accidents. As we are not present on the scene, these accounts may not reflect the reality of the situation or the injuries sustained. If you notice any discrepancies between our content and the accident, please inform our office as soon as possible and we will make the necessary corrections.

Disclaimer: Fisher Injury Lawyer is an involved member of our local community, and as such, our intent is always to improve the lives and safety of those in our community. These accidents are a devastating reality of life in our cities and across our state and our hearts go out to all those affected by them. We hope that by casting a light on these accidents, we will encourage others to take more care in their daily lives to avoid these accidents in the future. These posts are not a solicitation for business, and the information included in them should not be construed as legal or medical advice. If you’ve been involved in an accident, you should contact a qualified attorney to discuss the specifics or your case, and we wish the best for all those affected by these accidents.