A 76-year-old DeQuincy man involved in a head-on collision on Wednesday has died of his injuries. 

Louisiana State Police Sgt. Derek Senegal the crash claimed the life of 76-year-old Harry T. Methvin.

Senegal said a 2000 Toyota Tundra, driven by 60-year-old Bret Wayne Thibodeaux of Sulphur was traveling south on La. 27 on Wednesday while a 2014 Jeep Compass, driven by Methvin, was traveling north. As Thibodeaux entered the right hand curve, Senegal said he failed to maintain control of his vehicle, crossed the centerline into the northbound lane of travel, and struck the Jeep head-on.

Methvin, who was properly restrained, sustained serious injuries and was transported by air ambulance to a Lake Charles hospital for treatment. Thibodeaux sustained moderate injuries and was transported to an area hospital for treatment.

Senegal said his office was notified on Thursday that Methvin had succumbed to his injuries sustained during the crash.

Troop D has investigated 21 fatal crashes resulting in 23 deaths in 2022.