New Orleans, LA (January 13, 2026) – Emergency crews responded to a hit-and-run incident with injuries on January 12 near the intersection of Peoples Ave and Verbena St in New Orleans. The incident was reported around 10:36 a.m. and prompted a medical response from Sprint 27, although no EMS unit had been assigned at the time of dispatch.
According to early radio traffic, the collision involved a vehicle that fled the scene after striking at least one person. The full circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear, and no description of the fleeing vehicle has been confirmed.
Fire department personnel were requested to respond, and officials indicated the scene involved a medical emergency due to injuries. The condition of the injured individual has not yet been disclosed.
Local authorities are continuing to investigate the hit-and-run and are working to gather additional details.
We extend our best wishes to the injured party and hope for a swift and full recovery.
