Denham Springs PD officer hit by car on I-12, police investigating

LIVINGSTON PARISH, La. (BRPROUD) — Several law enforcement agencies are investigating after a Denham Springs Police Department officer was hit by a vehicle on Interstate 12 on Friday, July 19.

According to Denham Springs PD, Cpl. Brandon Ashton was attempting to make contact with a subject, who was also on foot on Interstate 12 eastbound near mile marker 14.

Ashton was transported to Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge after being hit by a vehicle. The driver reportedly was trying to avoid the subject, who had run into lanes of traffic.

According to Denham Springs PD, Ashton was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. He was later released from the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.

“The amount of support we received from our community today was tremendous,” said Chief Rodney Walker. “We definitely feel the love.  I want to thank everyone for reaching out and praying for our officer. Please continue to pray for him and his family right now.”

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The Denham Springs PD is assisting the Walker Police Department and the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office with the investigation.

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