Pedestrian killed after Wednesday night crash in Abbeville

On Nov. 17, at approximately 6:30 p.m., officers of the Abbeville Police Department responded to La. Hwy. 14 (Veteran’s Memorial Drive) near the intersection with N. John Hardy Drive in reference to a pedestrian accident.
​Based on the initial investigation, a pedestrian, identified as 50-year-old Anthony Lemaire of Abbeville, was in the roadway in the turning lane of the highway, attempting to cross the highway. A vehicle traveling eastbound went into the turning lane to attempt to turn north and struck the pedestrian. Lemaire was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Vermilion Parish Coroner’s Office.
​The accident is still under investigation at this time. Impairment is not suspected. No charges have been filed against the driver of the vehicle.
​Chief of Police William Spearman would like to thank the Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Louisiana State Police for their assistance.
The Abbeville Police Department is asking that anyone who have any information regarding any crime, to please contact the Abbeville Police Department by calling 893-2511. You may contact our “Tips” line at 892-6777. All callers may remain anonymous. Citizens may also send anonymous tips through CrimeStoppers of Vermilion by calling 740-TIPS or the P3 app, which can be downloaded through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.