The Bernice community is mourning the heartbreaking and sudden loss of 33-year-old Deairio Loggins, who lost his life in a devastating two-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 15 in Union Parish on Friday, May 1, 2026.
According to Louisiana State Police Troop F, the crash occurred shortly after 11:00 a.m. on Highway 15 just north of Highway 549. Investigators say Loggins was traveling southbound in a 2012 Nissan Altima when, for reasons still under investigation, the vehicle left the roadway.
Officials reported that Loggins attempted to regain control but overcorrected, causing the vehicle to cross into the northbound lane of travel. The Nissan was then struck by a 2021 Chevrolet Blazer that was traveling in the opposite direction.
Loggins, who was not restrained at the time of the crash, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. His sudden passing has left family members and loved ones in deep grief as they struggle to come to terms with the unexpected loss.
The driver of the Chevrolet, who was properly restrained, sustained moderate injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
As word of the crash spread throughout Union Parish, friends, neighbors, and community members began sharing messages of sorrow and remembrance. Those who knew Deairio are now reflecting on his life, holding onto memories and moments that now carry even greater meaning in the wake of his passing.
The tragedy has brought a heavy sense of mourning to Bernice and surrounding areas, as loved ones describe a loss that feels both sudden and deeply painful. In the midst of grief, the community is coming together to offer support, prayers, and comfort to the family.
Authorities continue to investigate the crash as they work to fully understand the events that led to this heartbreaking collision.
