| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 2755 | 2012-10-04 | Troop C | Vacherie Woman Killed in Two Vehicle Crash on LA 18 |
TROOP C - NEWS RELEASE October 4, 2012 Vacherie Woman Killed in Two Vehicle Crash on LA 18 Vacherie, LA- Shortly after 12 PM this afternoon, a 59 year old Vacherie woman was tragically killed as another vehicle crossed the center line and struck her vehicle. The investigation revealed that a 2009 Ford F-250, driven by Lionel Temple (B/M age 27) of Vacherie, LA, was traveling westbound on LA 18 in St. James Parish. For unknown reasons, the F-250 crossed the center line and entered the eastbound lane of LA 18. The F-250 struck a 1998 Nissan 200, driven by Linda Dupard (B/F age 59) of Vacherie, LA, that was traveling eastbound on LA 18. Temple, who was not wearing a seat belt, was transported to St. James Hospital with moderate injuries. A 30 year old passenger with Temple, who was not wearing a seat belt, was also transported to St. James Hospital with moderate injuries. Dupard was pronounced dead on the scene by the St. James Parish Coroner’s Office. . Alcohol is not suspected to be a factor in the crash. Blood was taken from Temple and the test results will be pending at the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab. Routine toxicology tests are pending for Dupard and this crash remains under investigation. Troopers remind motorists to always be aware of their surroundings. Taking the time to drive defensively can mean the difference between getting in a crash and avoiding one. Troopers also stress the dangers of impaired driving. While there have been fewer deaths associated with impaired driving in recent years, there is still much room for improvement. While not all crashes are survivable, proper use of seat belts can greatly decrease an occupant’s chance of death and may greatly reduce the extent of injury. Motorists that witness hazardous situations are urged to call *LSP (*577) and report that activity to the Louisiana State Police. Contact Information: Tpr. Evan Harrell Public Information Officer Louisiana State Police – Troop C Office- (985) 857-3680 Cell- (985) 855-0241 Evan.Harrell@dps.la.gov www.LSP.org | |||
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