Truck rear-ends trailer on Louisiana Highway 569, driver killed

CONCORDIA PARISH, La. (WNTZ) – On March 21, 2025, at approximately 7:40 a.m., Louisiana State Police Troop E responded to a fatal crash on Louisiana Highway 569 near Ferriday. This crash killed 46-year-old Jason R. Tipton of Vidalia.

The initial investigation revealed that a 2014 Eager Beaver 50 GSL Trailer was parked in the southbound lane of Louisiana Highway 569. Tipton was standing behind the trailer assisting with loading a piece of heavy machinery. For reason still under investigation, a southbound 1994 Ford F-150, driven by 68-year-old Edwin R. Tillery of Ferriday, failed to slow down and rear-ended the trailer. As a result, Tipton was struck and pinned against the trailer.

Tipton sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Tillery, who was not restrained, sustained moderate injuries and was transported to a local hospital. Routine toxicology tests are pending.

While the cause of this crash remains under investigation, distracted and inattentive driving continues to be a leading cause of crashes in our state. Louisiana State Police urges all motorists to stay alert while driving. A lapse in one’s awareness can have deadly consequences