ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST, PARISH. La. (WGNO) — A bicyclist is dead after being struck by a vehicle in St. John the Baptist Parish, according to Louisiana State Police. LSP troopers said that around 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13, they were alerted to a crash on United State Highway 61near Louisiana Highway 3188. Man struck, killed by truck in Gert Town An investigation revealed a Ford F-150 pickup truck was headed south on the highway when 61-year-old John Howard attempted to cross Highway 61 on a bicycle. Troopers said Howard crossed both the northbound lane of US 61 and the left southbound lane but entered the right lane into the truck's path resulting in the crash. Howard suffered serious injuries, according to troopers. He was taken to a hospital where he later died. The truck's driver was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash and suffered no injuries, said troopers. While impairment was not suspected, troopers said the truck's driver submitted a toxicology sample. Two-alarm fire in Gert Town damages Earhart Boulevard building Test results are pending as the crash remains under investigation. "Troopers want to remind bicyclists that Louisiana law classifies bicycles as vehicles, meaning cyclists must adhere to the same traffic laws as motorists. Never assume that a motorist can see you, and remember it’s important to stay visible by using appropriate lighting and wearing bright or reflective clothing in low-light conditions. For additional information on bicycle safety, visit the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission’s website," LSP Troop B. Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Posts FNF Southern Quality Ford Dealers Scholar-Athlete of the Week: ED White's Ben Rodrigue 'Fast Track Recall' for holiday devices sold at Walmart, Target New Orleans East community leaders brighten holidays for families Trump leans on czars for key policy areas 6 ways to avoid a financial holiday hangover