Thruway in Lafayette Now Open After Major Traffic Crash Involving 18-Wheeler

UPDATE: The roadway is now open.

Police are on the scene of a major traffic crash involving an 18-wheeler at the intersection of E. Kaliste Saloom Road and SW Evangeline Thruway in Lafayette. The crash, reported around 7:30 p.m., has resulted in injuries and has led to a temporary closure of all southbound lanes on the Evangeline Thruway.

Lafayette Police Department officers and members of the Traffic Unit are actively investigating the scene. Traffic in the area is being redirected to Kaliste Saloom Road, and drivers are urged to avoid the area to help ease congestion.

As this is a developing situation, no further details on the extent of injuries or the estimated time of road reopening are available. Lafayette Police have stated that updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and once the roadway has reopened.

Motorists in the area are advised to pay attention to detours as we plan to update this developing story.