TROOP G - NEWS RELEASE
March 13, 2012
Motorcyclist Involved In Serious Injury Crash Late last night, a single vehicle crash seriously injured a man from Sibley, LA.
Troopers responded to the crash around 11:40 pm, which occurred on US Hwy 371 south of Sibley, LA in Webster Parish. The crash involved a 2011 Harley Davidson motorcycle, driven by Perry Dewayne Ashley (W/M 39 yrs). The Harley Davidson was north bound on US Hwy 371 when Ashley lost control and exited the right side of the roadway. After exiting the roadway, the motorcycle began overturning.
Ashley was ejected during the crash. He was wearing a helmet, but received serious injuries. He was transported to LSU Medical Center in Shreveport, LA.
Alcohol is a suspected factor in the crash. Ashley was charged with DWI, open container, and careless operation.
Routine toxicology tests are pending. The crash remains under investigation.
Motorists must be reminded that alcohol has many effects on the body. Alcohol can impair visual ability, alter sense of time and space, impair fine motor skills needed to operate a motor vehicle, and decrease reaction times. Just one drink may cause these effects. Contact Information: S/T Daniel “Scott” Moreau Public Information Officer Louisiana State Police – Troop E Office: (318) 769-9USA (872) scott.moreau@dps.la.gov www.LSP.org
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