GRAND ISLE, La. — The Jefferson Parish Coroner’s Office has identified the man who drowned in Grand Isle on Saturday, July 26, 2025, as 69-year-old Derral Dupre of Montegut, Louisiana.
The incident occurred around 9:15 a.m. near the shores of Grand Isle, a popular coastal destination. Authorities have reported that Dupre was swimming when the drowning took place, though specific circumstances leading to the tragedy remain under investigation. The Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office and local officials are working to determine the cause of the incident.
Dupre’s passing has deeply affected the close-knit communities of Montegut and Grand Isle, where he was known as a longtime resident. The coroner’s office has not released additional details about the events leading up to the drowning, and no information regarding contributing factors, such as weather or water conditions, has been disclosed.
The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities continuing to gather information. No further details are available at this time.