| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 1378 | 2017-12-28 | Troop B | Six Vehicle Crash Claims the Life of Luling Man |
TROOP B NEWS RELEASE December 28, 2017 Six Vehicle Crash Claims the Life of Luling Man St. Charles Parish – Yesterday evening, shortly after 5:00 pm, Louisiana State Police Troop B investigated a fatal crash that involved six vehicles on US 90 west near the Diversion Canal. The crash claimed the life of 59 year old Brent Petit of Luling, LA. The preliminary investigation revealed that 51 year old Reginal Haywood of Avondale, LA was driving a 2008 GMC Sierra east on US 90. For reasons still under investigation, Haywood lost control of his vehicle, crossed the grassy median and entered into the westbound lanes of US 90. The 2008 GMC Sierra was rotating across the westbound lanes and was struck by a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado driven by 53 year old Craig Guidry of Gray, LA. Guidry was wearing a seat belt and was not injured. The 2008 GMC Sierra was then struck by a 2016 Nissan Sentra driven by Petit, who was wearing a seat belt and pronounced dead on the scene. After the initial impacts with the Chevrolet and Nissan, the 2008 GMC Sierra continued rotating and was struck by three additional vehicles that were traveling west on US 90. Laura Appleberry, age 53, of Luling, was driving a 2015 Honda Civic, was wearing her seat belt and she was transported to University Medical Center with minor injuries. Marisa Gwinn, age 28, of Thibodaux, was driving a 2017 Toyota Corolla, was wearing her seat belt and suffered minor injuries. Masimo Vasquez Jr., age 51, of New Sarpy, was driving a 2002 GMC Sierra, was wearing his seat belt and was not injured. Troopers’ are continuing their investigation into the cause of the crash. At this time, it is unknown if speed and impairment are factors. Haywood provided a blood sample for toxicological analysis that will be performed by the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab. No criminal charges or citations have been issued, as the crash remains under investigation. Many of the crashes on our roadways are preventable, and lives can be saved if we take how we travel more seriously. Whether it is by vehicle, bicycle, or walking, tragedies like these do not have to occur if we plan our trips responsibly. By not driving impaired, avoiding distractions, wearing seat belts, wearing reflective materials, and walking a safe distance from travel lanes while facing oncoming traffic, we can make our journeys safer for ourselves and those we share the road with. Contact Information: S/T Melissa Matey | |||
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