| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 4465 | 2008-06-18 | Troop E | Double Fatality Crash In Catahoula Parish |
| LOUISIANA STATE POLICE COURTESY LOYALTY SERVICE Colonel Michael D. Edmonson, Superintendent News Release Date: June 18, 2008 Double Fatality Crash In Catahoula Parish On Wednesday, June 18, 2008, at 12:15 am, Louisiana State Police Troop E responded to a fatal crash involving one vehicle. The crash occurred on LA Hwy 124, milepost 56.5, in Catahoula Parish. The crash involved a 2000 GMC pickup, driven by Mr. Chance E. Wiley (W/M 26 yrs) of Sicily Island, LA. The GMC was north bound on LA Hwy 124 when Mr. Wiley lost control and exited the left side of the roadway. After exiting the roadway, the vehicle collided with a large tree. Mr. Wiley and his only passenger, Mr. Cody T. Davis (21 yrs) of Jonesville, LA were pronounced dead. Mr. Wiley was wearing his seatbelt, but Mr. Davis was not restrained. Routine toxicology tests are pending. Catahoula Parish Coroner’s Office will conduct an investigation to determine the exact cause of death. The crash remains under investigation. Troop E Troopers have investigated 29 fatal crashes for the year of 2008, resulting in 33 fatalities. Four of the 29 fatal crashes have involved pedestrians. Four fatal crashes have involved an ATV and two have involved a motorcycle. Fourteen of the 19 fatal crashes (passenger vehicles only) have involved unrestrained motorists/occupants. Seatbelt use is unknown in one fatal crash. Five fatal victims were restrained. For More Information, Contact: S/T Scott Moreau Louisiana State Police Troop E Public Affairs Office: (318) 487-5915 www.lsp.org _______________________________________________________
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