BATON ROUGE, LA — A devastating incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, July 29, 2025, when Travis Weams, a 48-year-old Baton Rouge resident, was fatally struck by a garbage truck along Airline Highway near the state fairgrounds.
The collision, which took place before dawn, prompted an immediate response from emergency services, including the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office, St. George Fire Department, and Louisiana State Police. The southbound lanes of Airline Highway were closed between Industriplex Boulevard and Manchac Park Lane as authorities investigated the scene. The roadway was reopened to traffic around 9 a.m.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the crash remain limited as the investigation is ongoing. Authorities have not yet disclosed specific information about how the accident occurred or whether any contributing factors have been identified.
The loss of Travis Weams has deeply affected his family, friends, and the Baton Rouge community, who are grappling with the sudden and heartbreaking tragedy. Further updates may be provided as the investigation progresses.