| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 1491 | 2015-02-23 | Troop B | Speed is Factor in Motorcycle Crash that Claimed One Life |
TROOP B - NEWS RELEASE February 23, 2015 High Speed Suspected Factor in Fatal Plaquemines Parish Crash Plaquemines Parish – Yesterday evening, shortly after 4:00 pm, Louisiana State Police Troop B investigated a fatal crash on LA 39 at Gibbons St. (mile post 31.3). The crash claimed the life of 25 year-old Corey Smith of New Orleans. Preliminary investigation revealed that Smith was operating a 2008 Suzuki Hayabusa at a high rate of speed on LA 39 south. As the motorcycle continued southbound, Smith failed to negotiate a right curve in the roadway crossing the northbound lane and running off road to the left. As the Suzuki left the paved roadway, it struck a warning signal connected to a metal pole and a concrete culvert before coming to rest. Smith was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash; however, was ejected from the motorcycle and transported to Ochsner Medical Center Westbank where he was pronounced dead. Investigating Troopers believe high speed was a contributing factor in the crash. Impairment is unknown at this time pending the completion of an autopsy. Troopers continue to investigate high speed fatal crashes across the state. Speed limits are in effect for the safety of the motorists on the roadways. Louisiana law requires that all speed limits are followed and if you witness reckless driving or hazardous conditions please call *LSP (*577) to report that activity to the Louisiana State Police. Contact Information: TFC Melissa Matey Louisiana State Police – Troop B Public Affairs Unit Office: (504) 471-2780 Melissa.matey@la.gov | |||
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