Train Hits Vehicle on LA 1 Near Plaquemine, One Dead

UPDATE (4/8/26, 8:15 a.m.) - A woman, who was the sole occupant of the car, died in the crash, according to officials.

ADDIS, La. (KPEL-FM) - Details are limited at this time, but authorities are currently on the scene of a train crash in West Baton Rouge Parish near the Iberville Parish line.

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Train Crash Reported Near Plaquemine

According to the West Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office, the train crashed into a vehicle on LA 1 at the Dow tracks. Louisiana State Police are also on the scene.

Northbound LA 1 Closed

At this time, southbound traffic remains open, while northbound lanes are closed. Motorists are asked to use alternate routes, including River Road.

Driver Condition Unknown

Little other information is known at this time. WBRSO does not know the condition of the driver at this time.

Driver Condition Unknown

This is a developing story, and we will update as we get new information.

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