TROOP B NEWS RELEASE
September 21, 2020
Marrero Woman Struck and Killed in Jefferson Parish Crash Marrero – Earlier this evening, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop B began investigating a single vehicle fatality crash involving a pedestrian on US 90B at Avenue D in Jefferson Parish. The crash took the life of 65-year-old Debra Miller of Marrero. The preliminary investigation revealed Miller was walking in a southbound direction across the westbound lanes of US 90B at Avenue D. As she entered the left lane of the westbound travel lanes, she was struck by a 2008 Dodge Caravan. Miller suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene. The driver of the Caravan was properly restrained with no injuries. Impairment on the part of Miller is unknown however a standard toxicology report is pending through the Jefferson Parish Coroner’s Office. The driver of the Caravan showed no signs of impairment. This crash remains under investigation and no further information is available at this time. Troopers urge pedestrians to maintain a heightened level of awareness while walking near the road. Simple precautions such as wearing reflective materials, avoiding distractions, and walking a safe distance from travel lanes could help prevent many pedestrian related crashes. Pedestrians must also assume that approaching motorists cannot see them, especially at night. Crossing roadways only in well-lit, designated areas and always walking facing traffic will enhance the safety for pedestrians.
Contact Information:
TFC Monroe Dillon
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (504) 471-2780
Monroe.Dillon@LA.Gov
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