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Failure to Yield Leaves One Dead in St. Charles Parish |
TROOP B - NEWS RELEASE
October 22, 2015
Failure to Yield Leaves One Dead in St. Charles Parish
Destrehan, LA- Troopers investigated a two vehicle fatality crash on US 61 in St. Charles Parish yesterday evening. The crash occurred shortly before 7:30 pm and claimed the life of a 47 year old Montz man.
The investigation revealed that a 2009 Yamaha YZFR was traveling east on US 61 (Airline Highway) approaching East Harding Street in St. Charles Parish. The Yamaha was being operated by Frederick Bailey III (age 47) of Montz, LA. As the Yamaha was traveling east, a 2011 Chevrolet HHR pulled out of East Harding Street and attempted to cross the eastbound lanes of US 61. Bailey laid the motorcycle down as the Chevrolet pulled into the path of the Yamaha. Both Bailey and the motorcycle struck the Chevrolet on the driver’s side. The Chevrolet was being driven by Cliff Williams (age 38) of Destrehan, LA. Bailey, who was wearing a US D.O.T. helmet, was pronounced dead on the scene by the St. Charles Parish Coroner’s Office. Williams, who was wearing a seat belt, was not injured in the crash.
Impairment is not suspected to be a factor in the crash. Williams submitted to a breath test and was cleared of any alcohol involvement. Routine toxicology tests are pending for Bailey. This crash remains under investigation.
Troopers remind motorists to always look and make sure it is clear before pulling out into traffic. Always watch vehicles as they approach and gauge the distance they are covering as they approach. Never try and “make it” across when it is unsafe to do so. Keep distractions to a minimum and keep your focus on the road. It only takes a fraction of a second for a crash to occur. While not all crashes are survivable, proper use of seat belts can greatly decrease an occupant’s chance of death and may greatly reduce the extent of injury. Louisiana law requires every vehicle occupant, front seat and back seat, to be properly restrained day or night. Taking the time to buckle up every trip and every time is the single most effective thing you can do to protect yourself in a crash.
Motorists that witness hazardous situations are urged to call *LSP (*577) and report that activity to the Louisiana State Police.
Contact Information:
Tfc. Evan Harrell
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop C
Office- (985) 857-3680
Cell- (985) 855-0241
Evan.Harrell@la.gov
www.LSP.org
www.facebook.com/LouisianaStatePolice
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