Man Arrested for Fatal Crash on I-610

A tragic accident on Interstate 610 in New Orleans resulted in the death of 23-year-old Eric Anthony Jr., a DOTD Motorist Assistance Patrol operator. Anthony was assisting a driver with a flat tire when he was struck by 26-year-old Oscar G. Perez-Moran, who allegedly veered off the road and hit both Anthony and the disabled vehicle. Despite emergency lights and warning cones being deployed, Anthony suffered serious injuries and was pronounced dead at a local hospital. Perez-Moran, who sustained minor injuries, has been arrested and will face charges of negligent homicide among other traffic-related offenses. Louisiana State Police have emphasized the dangers faced by roadside assistance workers and reiterated the importance of adhering to move-over laws for the safety of emergency personnel. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Perez-Moran's actions at the time of the crash is ongoing.