| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 7074 | 2015-01-25 | Troop I | Port Barre Man Killed in ATV Crash |
TROOP I NEWS RELEASE January 25, 2015 Port Barre Man Killed in ATV Crash St. Landry Parish- Shortly after 9:00:00 p.m. last night, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop I responded to an ATV crash on US 190 near Bayou Road that claimed the life of 28 year old Lance Lomas of Port Barre. Preliminary investigation revealed the crash occurred as Lomas was traveling west on the westbound shoulder of US 190. For reasons still under investigation, Lomas veered to the right, crossed a driveway, drove into a ditch, and began to flip ejecting Lomas from the ATV. Lomas was not wearing a helmet and sustained critical injuries. Lomas was transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Alcohol is suspected to be a contributing factor in the crash. Routine toxicology samples were taken from Lomas and submitted to the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab for analysis. This crash remains under investigation. Helmets save lives. To help protect the lives of motorcycle riders, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all motorcycle helmets sold in the United States meet specific Federal Motor Vehicle Safety standards. This standard defines minimum levels of performance that helmets must meet to protect the head and brain in the event of a crash. Despite scientific evidence showing that DOT approved helmets reduce deaths and injuries to motorcycle riders, many riders choose to wear uncertified helmets, often called “novelty” helmets. In general, these “novelty” helmets have little or no impact attenuating lining inside their shells, are not made to withstand the penetration requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety standards, and their retention systems do not ensure that the helmets stay fastened on motorcycle riders’ heads in the event of a crash. A “novelty” helmet is easily identified by the absence of a manufacturer placed label with the symbol “DOT” on the rear of the helmet. In addition, the design and weight of a helmet, thickness of the inner liner, and the quality of the chin strap and rivets are extra clues to help distinguish safe helmets from noncompliant ones. Motorcycle riders can find more information on helmet guidelines and rider safety courses by visiting http://lahighwaysafety.org/motorcycle.html. Troop I has investigated 3 fatality crashes resulting in 3 fatalities.
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