James Buteaux Obituary, Death; The New Iberia community is grieving the tragic loss of 37-year-old James Buteaux, who was killed in a fatal hit-and-run crash in the early hours of April 17, 2026.
According to Louisiana State Police Troop I, the incident occurred shortly after 3:30 a.m. along Louisiana Highway 329 near Doc Road. Investigators say James was walking along the roadway when he was struck by an unidentified vehicle traveling northbound. The driver fled the scene immediately after the collision, leaving him critically injured.
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Emergency responders arrived, but despite their efforts, James Buteaux was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Authorities have launched an active investigation and are working to identify the driver involved. Officials are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward, emphasizing that even the smallest detail could assist in bringing answers and accountability.
The tragedy has left New Iberia shaken, as family, friends, and neighbors struggle to process the sudden and senseless loss. At 37, James was in the midst of his life, surrounded by people who cared deeply for him and memories that will now be cherished even more.
Beyond the circumstances of the crash, loved ones remember James for the person he was and the impact he had on those around him. His passing has created a void that cannot be filled, leaving behind grief that resonates across the community.
As the search for the driver continues, the focus remains on honoring James’s life and supporting his family through this incredibly difficult time.
James Buteaux will be remembered with love, deeply missed, and never forgotten. May he rest in peace.