UPDATE: The pedestrian involved in the major crash on I-49 is currently listed in stable condition at a local hospital, according to the Lafayette Police Department (LPD).
Impairment is not believed to be a factor in the crash, LPD reports.
The pedestrian was issued a citation for 32:213 “crossing at other than crosswalks.”
All lanes on I-49 northbound have been reopened to traffic.
ORIGINAL STORY:
Lafayette Police are currently at the site of a major vehicle accident involving a pedestrian on I-49 northbound, just north of the I-10 overpass.
According to reports, a vehicle traveling in the same direction hit a pedestrian who was on the road.
The injured pedestrian has been taken to a nearby hospital and is in stable but critical condition.
As a result of the accident, I-49 Northbound has been temporarily closed, and all vehicles are being diverted onto I-10 Eastbound.
It is recommended that people avoid this area until further notice.
