| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 2184 | 2016-11-02 | Troop C | Pedestrian Succumbs to Injuries After Being Struck in Houma |
TROOP C NEWS RELEASE November 2, 2016 Pedestrian Succumbs to Injuries After Being Struck in Houma Houma, LA – On Sunday October 30th, 2016, Troop C responded to an injury crash involving a pedestrian just after 7:00 pm. The crash occurred on LA 3040 just south of Enterprise Drive. The injured pedestrian, 43 year old Nicole Bergeron of Houma, died from her injuries today. The preliminary investigation revealed Cornelius Joseph Jr. was driving a 2013 Lincoln MKZ southbound on LA 3040 in the outside lane. As he was traveling, Bergeron walked into his path. Joseph’s vehicle struck Bergeron in the southbound lane of travel. Bergeron was transported to University Medical Center in New Orleans for treatment by Acadian Ambulance Air Med. Troop C was notified this afternoon that she succumbed to her injuries. Joseph was properly restrained at the time of the crash and was not injured. This crash remains under investigation. Crashes involving pedestrians can often be avoided by following some basic safety guidelines. Pedestrians should wear light-colored or reflective clothing and should always avoid walking on the roadway in dark areas. 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.
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