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Slidell Today
By the People, for the People
St. Tammany Parish deputies search for injured dog after car crash
Bourbon, an 8-year-old dog, was ejected from a vehicle during a weekend accident on Interstate 12.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:51pm
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A damaged dog collar found at the scene of a weekend car crash on Interstate 12 near Slidell, Louisiana serves as a somber reminder of the missing pet.Slidell TodayThe St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help in locating an injured dog named Bourbon that was ejected from a car during a crash on Interstate 12 near the Highway 11/Brownswitch exit. Bourbon's owner was critically injured in the accident, and deputies believe the dog may be near the Highway 11 exit on I-12 eastbound.
Why it matters
Pet owners and animal lovers in the community are concerned for Bourbon's wellbeing, and the sheriff's office is seeking the public's assistance to safely recover the injured dog and reunite her with her owner.
The details
According to the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office, the crash occurred over the weekend on Interstate 12 near the Highway 11/Brownswitch exit. Bourbon, an 8-year-old dog, was ejected from the vehicle during the accident. The dog's owner was critically injured in the crash. Bourbon is wearing a hot pink collar with her name on it, and deputies believe she may be near the Highway 11 exit on I-12 eastbound.
- The crash occurred over the weekend on Interstate 12.
The players
Bourbon
An 8-year-old dog who was ejected from a vehicle during a car crash on Interstate 12.
St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that is asking the public for help in locating the injured dog, Bourbon.
What’s next
The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office urges individuals who see Bourbon to not chase her, but to instead contact the non-emergency line at 985-898-2340 as soon as possible.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of pet safety during car accidents and the community's willingness to assist law enforcement in locating and reuniting lost or injured animals with their owners.
