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| 1379 | 2017-09-25 | Troop B | Seven Year Old Killed in Impaired Driving Crash in St. Charles Parish |
TROOP B NEWS RELEASE September 25, 2017 Seven Year Old Killed in Impaired Driving Crash in St. Charles Parish St. Charles Parish – Yesterday evening, shortly after 5:00 pm, Louisiana State Police Troop B investigated a single vehicle fatal crash on LA 18 east at Avalon Place in Hahnville, LA. The crash claimed the life of 7 year old Alina R. Ezzo of Luling, LA. Troopers’ initial investigation revealed that 32 year old Islam S. Ezzo of Hahnville was driving a 2013 GMC Terrain east on LA 18 at a high rate of speed. Islam Ezzo lost control of the vehicle and ran off the road to the right, struck several trees and overturned. Alina Ezzo was not properly restrained and was ejected during the crash. She was transported to St. Charles Hospital and pronounced deceased. Islam Ezzo was transported to University Medical Center with serious injuries. Impairment is suspected and blood was taken from Islam Ezzo; toxicology analysis will be completed by the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab. Islam Ezzo has been placed under arrest for Vehicular Homicide, Vehicular Negligent Injuring and Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle. Additional charges may be forthcoming. The crash remains under investigation. Troopers wish to remind motorists that impaired driving continues to be a major problem throughout Louisiana. Whether impaired through alcohol, drugs, or a combination of the two, the consequences of driving while impaired remain the same. Thousands of lives are lost around our country each year due to impaired driving. Prior to putting alcohol into your body, ensure that you have a plan in place in order to get home safely. Designated drivers, taxi cabs, staying where you are, calling a sober friend are all suggestions to avoid driving impaired. Troopers will continue to enforce Louisiana’s DWI laws across the state and remain committed to a public education campaign to end impaired driving. Motorists that witness possibly impaired drivers and/or hazardous situations are urged to call *LSP (*577) and report that activity to the Louisiana State Police. Contact Information: S/T Melissa Matey | |||
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