Delvin Whitaker, Jr.,Authorities Investigate Fatal Hit-and-Run After Missing Man Found Dead in St. Francisville Area.
Law enforcement officials in West Feliciana Parish are investigating a tragic incident after a missing person case led to the discovery of a man who died from what is believed to be a hit-and-run.
According to the West Feliciana Sheriff’s Office (WFSO), family members had earlier contacted authorities to report 25-year-old Delvin Whitaker Jr., of St. Francisville, missing. Following the report, deputies began efforts to locate him.
On the morning of April 12, at approximately 7:30 a.m., a passerby discovered a body along Solitude Road in the Solitude community. Authorities were immediately alerted, and deputies responded to the scene to investigate. Upon arrival, officials confirmed that the individual was deceased.
The victim was later identified as Delvin Whitaker Jr. Investigators stated that his body was found on the shoulder of the roadway, and preliminary observations indicated injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle. Officials believe the incident may have been a hit-and-run collision. Whitaker was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following the discovery, law enforcement secured the area and began a detailed investigation into the circumstances surrounding the decease. Deputies are working to determine the sequence of events that led to the tragic incident, including identifying the vehicle involved and the driver responsible.
The West Feliciana Sheriff’s Office has stated that the case remains active and ongoing. Investigators are reviewing all available information, including potential witness accounts and any evidence that may help clarify what happened in the moments leading up to the discovery.
Sheriff Brian Spillman has urged members of the public to come forward with any information that could assist the investigation. Authorities are particularly interested in anyone who may have seen Whitaker prior to the incident or noticed any suspicious activity or vehicles in the area around the time it occurred.
Officials emphasized that community cooperation is essential in helping bring clarity and resolution to the case. Even small details, they say, could prove valuable in identifying those responsible and understanding the full circumstances of the incident.
At this time, no further details have been released as investigators continue their work. The West Feliciana Sheriff’s Office has assured the public that updates will be provided as more verified information becomes available.
This tragic incident has deeply affected the local community as authorities continue their efforts to seek answers and ensure accountability.
