Fatal crash on I-10 in Scott involving a pedestrian

SCOTT, La. (EVEN) — Police were on the scene of a fatal crash earlier today involving an 18-wheeler and a male pedestrian on I-10 westbound near the 96-mile marker, close to the Scott exit.

Louisiana State Police confirm that all lanes are now open. Traffic congestion has begun to ease, but motorists are still urged to drive with caution through the area.

No further details on the crash have been released yet.