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Vehicle engulfed in flames after striking tree in Concordia Parish; driver dies

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CONCORDIA PARISH (KTVE/KARD) — On December 14, 2022, at approximately 4:30 PM, Louisiana State Police responded to a one-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 565. The crash claimed the life of 75-year-old George L. Henry.

According to officials, Henry’s 2016 Ford Focus was traveling south on Louisiana Highway 565 when the car exited the roadway, striking a tree. After the vehicle came to a stop, the car became engulfed in flames.


Henry sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Toxicology samples were obtained and submitted for analysis.

The crash is under investigation.