For Immediate Release to the Media
UPDATE-UPDATE-UPDATE
It is with such deep and profound sadness that we share the news that former Sheriff William E. Hilton was the victim in today’s hit and run in Hineston. The facts of the incident are still under investigation.
We are also devastated in reporting Sheriff Hilton has passed away from those traumatic injuries he sustained in this horrible and senseless event.
Sheriff Hiltons leadership, dedication, and service to our community have left a lasting impact, and we know this loss will be felt by many parish, state and even country wide.
Please keep his family, friends and the RPSO Family in your thoughts and prayers as we navigate this difficult time together.
We will share additional information as it becomes available.
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Just before 1PM, Sheriff’s Dispatch received a report of a hit and run in the Hineston area where the suspect intentionally fled the scene.
Upon deputies arrival, the victim was found with severe physical injuries and was later transported by Pafford Ambulance to a local hospital. Status of the victim is unknown at this time.
Deputies quickly obtained a suspect vehicle description which was a blue Nissan Moreno and put it out to all local law enforcement
Deputies along with troopers from LSP spotted the vehicle on LA 28 at Leavines Road traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed.
Deputies and Troopers attempted to make a traffic stop but the suspect accelerated and ran from law enforcement which initiated a pursuit.
The suspect continued eastbound hitting speeds of well over 100 mph. A decision was made to spike the suspects tires which was effective and the suspect came to a stop at LA 28 and Cloverleaf Blvd where the suspect was taken into custody without further incident.
As this is still on ongoing and complex investigation, no further information will be given until a later time.
