| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 1645 | 2018-09-02 | Troop B | Lack of Seat Belt is Factor in Jefferson Parish Fatal Crash |
| TROOP B NEWS RELEASE September 2, 2018 Lack of Seat Belt is Factor in Jefferson Parish Fatal Crash Jefferson Parish – Yesterday, shortly before 10:00 pm, Louisiana State Police Troop B investigated a single vehicle fatal crash on LA 45 near Friendship Drive. The crash claimed the life of 33 year-old Nolan Williams of Gretna, LA. Preliminary investigation revealed that Williams was driving a 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan north on LA 45, approaching Friendship Drive. For reasons still under investigation, Williams lost control of the vehicle and ran off the road to the right. The Dodge then struck a culvert, causing it to become airborne and flipping twice. Williams was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected as a result of the crash. He was transported to West Jefferson Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. Impairment is unknown and 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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