| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 1632 | 2018-06-17 | Troop B | Lack of Seat Belt Use is a Suspected Factor in St. Bernard Fatal Crash |
TROOP B NEWS RELEASE June 17, 2018 Lack of Seat Belt Use is a Suspected Factor in St. Bernard Fatal Crash St. Bernard Parish – This morning, shortly after 9:00 am, Louisiana State Police Troop B investigated a single vehicle injury crash on LA 300 near mile post 7.9. The driver, identified as 54 year-old Scott Lopez of St. Bernard, LA, was transported to University Medical Center and later died due to injuries sustained in the crash. Preliminary evidence indicates that Lopez was driving a 2015 GMC Sierra east on LA 300 and lost control of the vehicle in a curve. The vehicle traveled across the westbound lane and continued off the roadway. The GMC then struck a traffic sign and a tree. Lopez was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash and impairment is unknown. Toxicology tests are pending an autopsy. The crash remains under investigation. The majority of motorists who die in crashes are not wearing a seat belt. Despite this fact, some people still choose not to take the 3 seconds needed to buckle a seat belt. Louisiana law requires motorists to wear a seat belt in every seating position, front seat and back seat, day and night. Wearing a seat belt is the single most effective thing vehicle occupants can do to minimize the risk of injury in the event of a crash. Motorists are encouraged to make the smart choice and to always Buckle Up! Contact Information: | |||
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