Alexandria, LA for release (7/25/25)
On Thursday, July 24, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Alexandria Police Department responded to a single-vehicle crash in the 400 block of Chester Street.
Upon arrival, officers determined that the vehicle involved was a City of Alexandria vehicle being operated by 58-year-old Levi Phillips in the performance of his duties as an employee of the City of Alexandria Street Department. Mr. Phillips was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
This is a tragic loss that deeply impacts the City of Alexandria and all who knew and worked with Mr. Phillips. The Alexandria Police Department extends its condolences to his family, friends, and coworkers during this difficult time.
This is currently an ongoing investigation.
If anyone has any information about this incident or any other type of crime in the Alexandria area, please contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at the phone number (318) 441-6416, or APD Dispatch (318) 441-6559. You may also email information to detectives at: [email protected].
For a cash reward, call Crime Stoppers of CenLa at (318) 443-7867. The Crime Stoppers P3 Tipster App can also be downloaded to leave tips and get a claim number for a cash reward at www.p3tips.com/community/mobile.
Lt. Robert DiStefano
Administrative Division/
Public Information Officer
OFFICE: (318) 441-6465
FAX: (318) 441-6463
