Lake Charles, LA, October 31, 2026 — A fatal two-vehicle collision on La. 389 east of Hargrove Loop Road in Lake Charles has led to the arrest of a local driver. The incident occurred on Friday night and resulted in the deaths of two individuals.

Authorities have identified the arrested driver as 26-year-old Dylan Havens. He has been taken into custody and faces charges of vehicular homicide. The specific details leading to the crash were not immediately available, beyond it involving two vehicles.

The collision took place on La. 389, in an area east of Hargrove Loop Road. The critical nature of the incident was confirmed by the fatalities of two occupants from the vehicle not driven by Mr. Havens. The names of the deceased have not been released.

Further investigation into the circumstances of the crash is ongoing. Information regarding the exact time of the incident on Friday night or any contributing factors beyond the vehicular homicide charge has not been disclosed. The contractor’s name for any involved vehicles was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. Authorities are expected to release more details as the investigation progresses. The specific charges filed against Dylan Havens are related to his alleged role in the events that caused the deaths of the two occupants.

Story summarized from the original created by American Press Staff on americanpress.com, see more information here.

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