New Orleans Cold Case: Cash Reward Offered to Bring Justice

20 years after Toby Beau's death, police seek information on hit-and-run driver

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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It's been 20 years since Toby Beau was struck and killed by a pickup truck while walking from a Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans. His killer has never been caught, but now Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information that could help solve this cold case.

Why it matters

This tragic hit-and-run incident has deeply impacted the New Orleans community, as Toby Beau was widely beloved. Solving this cold case could provide closure for his family and friends, as well as send a message that such crimes will not be tolerated.

The details

On February 25, 2006, Toby Beau and his wife were walking home from a Mardi Gras party on Magazine Street when a pickup truck struck and killed Beau. His wife, who was walking ahead of him, witnessed the incident, which appeared to be an intentional hit-and-run. Despite the community's grief and efforts to find the driver, the case has gone unsolved for two decades.

  • The incident occurred on February 25, 2006.
  • This week marks the 20th anniversary of Toby Beau's death.

The players

Toby Beau

A well-liked member of the New Orleans community who was killed in a hit-and-run incident while walking home from a Mardi Gras party.

Darlene

A representative from Crime Stoppers who is helping to bring attention to the cold case and the cash reward being offered for information.

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What they’re saying

“If only the driver had been forced to watch Toby's family and friends grieve. If only he could see the devastating effects on the lives of so many.”

— Toby Beau's Wife (Local Newspaper)

What’s next

Crime Stoppers is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward, as the cash reward could help bring closure to Toby Beau's family and friends.

The takeaway

This tragic cold case highlights the lasting impact of hit-and-run incidents on a community, and the importance of coming forward with any information that could help solve such crimes and provide justice for the victims and their loved ones.