Man killed in suspected hit-and-run in Westlake identified
Published 11:27 am Friday, November 1, 2024
The man killed in a suspected hit-and-run in Westlake on Thursday has been identified as Michael D. Welch, 41, of Westlake.
At about 2 p.m. on Thursday Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the 2600 block of Miller Avenue, near Smith Ferry Road, in Westlake in reference to a person in the ditch.
When deputies arrived they found a man, unresponsive in the ditch. After the preliminary investigation, due to injuries observed on the victim, detectives believe this incident to be a possible hit-and-run.
Detectives are asking anyone who may have information or anyone in the area that may have security cameras to call CPSO at 491-3605 or submit an anonymous tip by using the CloseWatch Calcasieu app or by calling Crime Stoppers at 439-2222.