Pedestrian dies in Sunset hit and run

Shortly before 10 p.m. Wednesay, Troop I was notified of a fatality crash involving a pedestrian on La. 182 near Thelma Drive in St. Landry Parish. The crash claimed the life of 51-year-old David Sonnier of Arnaudville.
The preliminary investigation revealed Sonnier was walking on or near the roadway of La. 182 when he was struck by two vehicles that were traveling east on La. 182. After striking Sonnier, both vehicles continued on and fled the scene.
Sonnier suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased by a St. Landry Parish Coroner’s Office representative. Impairment is unknown and standard toxicology tests are pending. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is urged to call Troop I at 337-262-5880.