| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 1987 | 2013-03-16 | Troop B | LaPlace, LA Woman Killed in Crash on I-10 |
TROOP B - NEWS RELEASE March 16, 2013 LaPlace, LA Woman Killed in Crash on I-10 On March 15, 2013 at approximately 6:20 PM, Louisiana State Police Troop B responded to a crash with injury on I-10 west at mile post 208 in St. John the Baptist Parish. Preliminary investigation revealed that a 1992 Toyota Corolla, driven by Carmen Paz (O/F, age 62) of LaPlace, LA, was traveling west on I-10 at mile post 208 in the right lane. For unknown reasons, the Corolla was moving very slowly. The Corolla was struck in the rear by a 2006 Jeep Liberty, driven by Lilly Blouin (B/F, age 42) of Darrow, LA. Paz was transported to River Parishes Hospital and died a short time later. Blouin was not injured in the crash. Impairment and speed are not considered factors of the crash and seat belts were used by both drivers. The crash remains under investigation. Troopers urge the public to remain vigilant while driving, never drive while fatigued, and avoid distracting activities, especially the temptations of electronic devices that can substantially divert a driver’s attention away from the road. Distraction, whether behind the wheel or as a pedestrian, decreases awareness and reaction time possibly leading to life changing consequences. Contact Information: TFC Melissa Matey Louisiana State Police – Troop B Public Affairs Unit Office: (504) 471-2780 Melissa.matey@dps.la.gov www.LSP.org www.facebook.com/LouisianaStatePolice | |||
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