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Pedestrian killed in Oakdale crash, state police say
OAKDALE, La. (KPLC) - Louisiana State Police are investigating a crash in Allen Parish that claimed the life of a Missouri man. Shortly after 4 this morning, Michael Hicks, 21, of Mexico, Missouri, was walking west across La. 372 just south of Tyler Road in Oakdale, state police said. At the same time, a car was traveling south on La. 372. For reasons still under investigation, Hicks, who was wearing dark clothing, stepped into the path of the vehicle and was hit.
Recent Arrests by Vernon Parish Sheriff’s Office
Holly Ann Grimes, age 37 of Leesville, was arrested and charged with one count of Criminal Trespass. Bond was set at $1295. Grimes remains in the Vernon Parish Jail. Travis Hance, age 48 of Anacoco, was arrested and charged with one count of Simple Battery. Bond was set at $2500. Hance remains in the Vernon Parish Jail.
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