Man in minor car accident beaten while trying to talk to other driver

PRAIRIEVILLE – A man involved in a minor auto accident was beaten and left on the side of the road Saturday. 

According to the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office, the accident happened around 8 p.m. along Causey Road. 

Deputies said the victim was attacked after the accident while trying to talk to the other driver. The victim was taken to a hospital with multiple injuries. 

Authorities said the attacker is a black male driving a 2000 model black truck with neon undercarriage lights and damage to the driver’s side mirror. 

Anyone with information should call (225) 621-4636.