The driver of a car struck by a train on North 12th Street at about 10:30 a.m. Monday was still missing as of Wednesday morning. Eunice Police Chief Randy Fontenot is between the Union Pacific train and the vehicle, which was struck in the rear. (Photo by Myra Miller)
Car’s driver missing
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The driver of a car that collided with a Union Pacific train about 10:30 a.m. Monday remained missing as of Wednesday morning, according to Eunice Police Chief Randy Fontenot.
The missing man was identified as Jason Edwin Langley, 46, of Lafayette. His last known address is 1036 Walker Road, Lafayette. He is 6’6”.
Fontenot said the train was going 33 mph when it collided with the rear of the car Langley was believed to be driving.
“It appears to be no injuries, however, no details. The accident is under investigation,” Fontenot said.
After the collision at the North 12 Street crossing, the driver fled the scene.
Langley is wanted for leaving the scene of an accident , driving under suspension, and failure to stop at a railroad crossing.
If anyone has information on the whereabouts of Langley contact the Eunice Police Department at 337-457-2626, Fontenot said.
All callers will remain anonymous.