Yesterday the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the death of a teenager following a single-vehicle crash.
Chief Jimmy Travis says deputies responded to Gliderport Road in Loranger shortly after 2:00 PM on Monday following an ATV crash which ultimately claimed the life of a 14 YO male, and seriously injured a 13 YO passenger.
Apparently the two teenagers were operating an ATV on Gliderport Rd and lost control, leaving the roadway. The ATV struck a culvert and several fence posts where it then ignited into flames. The mother of the deceased as well as a passerby attempted to save the 14 YO but were unable due to the extent of the fire.
The mother sustained serious burns and was transported to St. Tammany Parish Hospital for treatment.
The 13 YO was transported to North Oaks Medical Center where he was taken into surgery for severe injuries. After undergoing surgery and being stabilized, he was transported to Children’s Hospital where he will remain for further treatment.
The crash remains under investigation by the Sheriff’s Office Major Crash Investigation Team but speed is believed to be a factor. The names of the victims will not be released as they are minors.
