Fatal accident involving 18-wheeler and sedan

LAFAYETTE, La. – Lafayette police are investigating a fatal vehicle accident involving an 18-wheeler and a sedan.

According to police, the accident occurred around 1:59 a.m. at the intersection of NW Evangeline Thwy and Chalmette Dr.

Officials tell KATC that a passenger in the sedan was pronounced dead at the scene and the driver of the same vehicle fled the area.

LPD traffic detectives are currently investigating this incident. Further information will be released as it becomes available.