Gordon Poydras, 25, killed in pedestrian collision with alleged hit-and-run driver Elva Lafaye at Causeway Boulevard and Interstate 10 in Metairie, Louisiana
Pedestrian dies in Metairie hit-and-run wreck; police seek help finding car
Investigators were seeking the public's help in finding the vehicle, said to be a 2012-2015 white Toyota Camry likely with significant damage to its right front bumper, headlight, fog light and wheel well.
Suspect vehicle, person of interest found in fatal Metairie hit-and-run
State police did not release the person's name but said criminal charges "may be forthcoming."
72-year-old arrested in fatal Metairie hit-and-run
Lafaye is accused of hitting Gordon Poydras, 25, of New Orleans, as he walked on the collector road of eastbound Interstate 10 in Metairie about 10:30 p.m. on Aug. 8.
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