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18-year-old dies in New Year's Eve dirt bike crash, State Police say

2 hours 2 minutes 16 seconds ago Thursday, January 01 2026 Jan 1, 2026 January 01, 2026 2:52 PM January 01, 2026 in News
Source: WBRZ

PLATTENVILLE — An 18-year-old died in a New Year's Eve dirt bike crash in Plattenville, Louisiana State Police said Thursday.

Jamor Jones, of Napoleonville, was riding his dirt bike on La. 308 near Lucky Street when he ran off the road and into a shallow ditch, according to LSP. Jones was ejected from the bike and sustained severe injuries. He was taken to a hospital where he later died.

LSP said Jones was not wearing a DOT-approved helmet. They are still investigating the crash and what caused Jones to run off the road.

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