An Iowa, La., man was killed in an early morning crash Monday on La. 1256 near Carlyss Drive.

Louisiana State Police Trooper Matt Gaspard said the 5 a.m. collision claimed the life of 40-year-old Raymond Bradley IV.

Caspar said Bradley was driving a 2009 Nissan Altima north on La. 1256. At the same time, a 2020 Peterbilt semi-truck was stopped in the northbound lane for a traffic signal at the intersection of Carlyss Drive. For reasons still under investigation, the Altima struck the rear of the Peterbilt.

Bradley, who was unrestrained at the time of the crash, sustained serious injuries. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died. The driver of the Peterbilt, who was properly restrained, sustained minor injuries.

A standard toxicology sample was collected from both drivers and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Troop D has investigated 6 fatal crashes resulting in six fatalities in 2024.