Early in the morning on April 28, 2025, around 5:30 a.m., a deadly crash involving two vehicles occurred on LA 16 near Old Ferry Road in Livingston Parish. The accident sadly took the life of 26-year-old Chandon Hickerson from Vacherie.
According to the initial investigation, a 2007 Ram 2500 pickup was heading east on LA 16, while a 2014 GMC Sierra, driven by Hickerson, was going west.
The Ram crossed the center line for unknown reasons and hit Hickerson’s vehicle head-on in the opposite lane.
Hickerson was not wearing a seatbelt and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the Ram, who was also not wearing a seatbelt, had moderate injuries and was taken to a hospital.
Chandon Hickerson was a proud two-year football letterman at St. James High School and continued his football journey at East Carolina University.
Family And Friends Mourn The Loss Of Chandon Hickerson
Just three years ago, in June 2022, Indya Tutt and Chandon Hickerson welcomed their baby girl, Dream, into the world.
Chandon Hickerson is also survived by his mother, Corliss Boudoin Hickerson, who has worked at St. Philip Clinic and Roland S. Waguespack, Jr., MD, APMC/St. Philip Clinic.
Further, Erron Hickerson shared how unreal it feels to lose his uncle.
He said his uncle always reminded him how proud he was and never let him forget his worth.
While he trusts that everything happens for a reason, he wishes they had more time together.
He’s thankful for the 17 years they shared and finds comfort knowing he still has his dad and Dream by his side.
Unc 💔💔 This don’t seem real. You always told me how proud of me you were and you never let me forget for a second who I was. I don’t question God, I know we all have an expectation date—I just wish we had more time. I got my dad and Dream. I’m grateful for the 17 years I had with you.
Erron Hickerson
Moreover, Chanice Joseph shared her condolences, sending love and prayers to the Hickerson family, Chandon’s friends, and the entire Vacherie community. She wished Chandon rest in peace.
Sending my condolences, love and prayers to the Hickerson family, friends and our Vacherie community. R.I.P. Chandon!
Chanice Joseph
Additionally, Melan Shante shared her heartbreak over Chandon’s passing, saying he is now at peace.
She said that if people didn’t realize how much he was loved before, they know now.
Lord you have spoken once again, rest peacefully Chandon, if they didn’t know before they found out today. Just how loved you were
Melan Shante
Rest in peace, Chandon. Your time here was far too short, but the love and memories you left behind will never fade.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Chandon redshirted his first year in 2016 at ECU but made his presence known in the following seasons.
- As a redshirt freshman in 2017, he played nine games and recorded 15 tackles, including a strong performance against Temple and UCF.
- In 2018, despite dealing with an injury, he played in six games and had 12 tackles, including a career-high six against Memphis.
