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4724 2011-02-08 Troop E Natchitoches Parish Fatal Crash
LOUISIANA STATE POLICE
COURTESY LOYALTY SERVICE

Colonel Michael D. Edmonson, Superintendent

News Release
Date: February 8, 2011

Natchitoches Parish Fatal Crash

Earlier today, a single vehicle crash killed a woman from Coushatta, LA.

Troopers responded to the crash around 4:30 pm, which occurred on US Hwy 71 north of LA Hwy 486. The crash involved a 2010 Lincoln MKT, driven by Sheryl W. Smith (W/F 63 yrs). The Lincoln was north bound on US Hwy 71 when Smith lost control and exited the left side of the roadway. After exiting the roadway, the vehicle collided with a tree.

Smith was wearing her seatbelt, but was pronounced dead.

Routine toxicology tests are pending. The crash remains under investigation.

Troop E troopers have investigated eight fatal crashes for the year of 2011, resulting in nine fatalities.

Contact:
S/T Scott Moreau
Louisiana State Police
Troop E Public Affairs
Office: (318) 769-9USA (872)
www.lsp.org
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