Update: 

The Alexandria Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with locating the second vehicle involved in the crash in the 3100 block of Hudson Boulevard. The vehicle is described as a dark gray Chevrolet Camaro, year model between 2016 and 2018. The vehicle should have heavy damage to the front passenger side.

Original: 

The Alexandria Police Department responded to a fatal crash in the 3100 block of Hudson Boulevard involving two vehicles and a motorized wheelchair on Monday, Aug. 25, at approximately 8:45pm. The operator of the wheelchair, 76-year-old Benny Bowie, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The operator of the van that struck the motorized wheelchair was 52-year-old Kevin Batiste, Sr., who was subsequently summoned for DWI (2nd offense) and arrested on charges of vehicular homicide, reckless operation, and driving under suspension.

A second vehicle, described as a dark-colored Dodge Charger with heavy front-end damage, was also involved in this crash but fled the scene prior to officers’ arrival. Investigators are actively working to locate this vehicle.

This is currently an ongoing investigation.

If anyone has any information about this incident or any other type of crime in the Alexandria area, contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at the phone number 318-441-6416 or APD Dispatch 318-441-6559. Information can be emailed to detectives at APDDetectives@cityofalex.com.

For a cash reward, call Crime Stoppers of CenLa at 318-443-7867. The Crime Stoppers P3 Tipster App can also be downloaded to leave tips and get a claim number for a cash reward at www.p3tips.com/community/mobile.