Natchitoches Parish, La – Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency personnel responded to a vehicle crash on LA Hwy 9, just south of Jim Bell Road, north of Campti, at approximately 4:00 p.m. today.
According to the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office, a 2018 Honda Accord traveling northbound was struck by a falling tree.
Miraculously, the driver sustained only minor injuries but is currently being assessed by Natchitoches Regional Medical Center EMS on the scene.
Louisiana State Police have been called to assist.
The road remains completely blocked, with traffic stopped in both directions to avoid further damage to nearby waterlines. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has been notified to address the situation.
Drivers are advised to expect delays in the area as NPSO deputies S. Dieter and J. Creel work to secure the scene.
