A Louisiana man died Friday evening after being hit by two vehicles while fleeing a traffic stop on Interstate 55 in Mississippi.
Man Killed While Fleeing Traffic Stop
Shane Hebert, 40, of Livingston, Louisiana, was struck on Interstate 55 South near the 68-mile marker in Copiah County around 5:21 p.m., according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP).
Incident Details
Hebert was riding a 2004 Honda Sport motorcycle when a state trooper stopped him for a tag violation. During the stop, authorities discovered Hebert had an active warrant from Louisiana. When the trooper tried to detain him, Hebert became combative.
The trooper attempted to use a Taser, and a physical struggle ensued. Hebert then fled on foot, running south along the interstate.
Fatal Collisions
While running, Hebert was first struck by a 2020 Nissan Rogue. He then crossed the median into northbound lanes, where he was hit a second time by a 2014 Chrysler Pacifica.
Hebert suffered fatal injuries in the second collision and was pronounced dead at the scene. No one else, including the trooper and vehicle drivers, was injured.
Investigation
The Mississippi Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
