| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 2840 | 2011-12-14 | Troop C | Motorcyclist Dies In Crash During Pursuit |
TROOP C - NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release December 13, 2011 Motorcyclist Dies In Crash During Pursuit A Gramercy man has died after being ejected from his motorcycle during a pursuit. Shortly after 7:00 pm this evening, Louisiana State Police Troopers responded to a crash located on LA 3213 just east of LA 3127. According to the investigating Troopers, a Suzuki motorcycle was traveling northbound on LA 3127 just inside the St. John Parish line. An on duty St. John Parish Sheriff's Officer clocked the motorcycle speeding at 82 mph in a 55 mph zone. The Officer attempted to stop the motorcycle, at which time the driver of the motorcycle increased his speed to over 120 mph while entering St. James Parish. While on LA 3213 the motorcyclist failed to negotiate a hard right curve and ran off the road. The driver of the motorcycle, identified as 47-year-old Curtis Nicholson from Gramercy, LA, was ejected from his bike due to the crash. Although Mr. Nicholson was wearing a US-D.O.T. approved helmet, he sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead on scene by the St. James Parish Coroner's Office. Investigating Troopers report that alcohol impairment is unknown at this time and routine toxicology tests are pending. This crash remains under investigation. Troopers would like to remind everyone to slow down and pull over onto the right shoulder of the roadway if they are being stopped. Motorists should remember that driving at high speeds often leads to serious injuries or death in motor vehicle crashes. As the holiday season approaches, motorists should drive responsibly, wear their seatbelts, and don't drive a vehicle if alcohol has been consumed. The life you risk by trying to evade the police may be your own. Life is far greater and more valuable then the cost of a ticket. Contact Information: | |||
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