A vehicle and motorcycle crash on I-49 southbound near milepost 148, just south of the Powhatan exit, resulted in injuries and traffic delays on Monday afternoon.

According to the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office, the accident occurred at approximately 2:12 p.m. Emergency responders, including Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Deputies, Louisiana State Police, Natchitoches Regional Medical Center EMS, and Natchitoches Parish Fire Protection District #7, arrived at the scene to assist.

One of the vehicles involved was reportedly on fire. Authorities advised drivers to proceed with caution and remain alert while passing through the area, as traffic was reduced to a single lane.

Louisiana State Police Troop E in Alexandria launched an investigation into the crash. Further details were not immediately available, and any additional information will be provided by Louisiana State Police as the investigation continues.