Bienville Parish – On December 29, 2020, shortly before 4:00 a.m., Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop G began investigating a fatal crash on Interstate 20 west of Arcadia. This crash killed 42-year-old Antonio Thornton of Shreveport. 

 

The initial investigation revealed a 2012 Peterbilt tractor-trailer, driven by Thornton, was traveling westbound on Interstate 20. For reasons still under investigation, Thornton’s vehicle drifted out of the travel lanes, struck a concrete bridge railing, and overturned. After overturning, the commercial motor vehicle became engulfed in flames. Thornton, whose restraint use is unknown, sustained fatal injuries in the crash. A toxicology sample was obtained and submitted for analysis. The crash remains under investigation.

 

While the cause of this crash remains under investigation, distracted and inattentive driving continues to be a leading cause of crashes in Louisiana. Louisiana State Police urges all motorists to stay alert while driving.

 

In 2020, Troop G has investigated 28 fatal crashes resulting in 34 deaths.