| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 7280 | 2021-05-19 | Troop I | Unrestrained Driver and Improperly Restrained Toddler Killed in St. Mary Parish Crash |
TROOP I NEWS RELEASE May 19, 2021 Unrestrained Driver and Improperly Restrained Toddler Killed in St. Mary Parish Crash Siracusaville – On May 19, 2021, shortly before 8:15 a.m., Louisiana State Police Troop I responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash on US Hwy 90 between Morgan City and Amelia in St. Mary Parish. The names of both occupants are being withheld at this time pending notification of family members. The preliminary investigation revealed a passenger car was traveling west on US 90 when the driver lost control and ran off the roadway before striking a tree. It was raining at the time of the crash. The driver, who was not restrained, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The toddler, who was improperly restrained in a booster seat, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. A toxicology sample was obtained from the driver and will be submitted for analysis. Driving too fast for weather conditions is suspected to be a factor and the crash remains under investigation. Louisiana state law requires motor vehicle occupants to be properly restrained in all seating positions, day or night. For assistance with proper child seat installation, please visit www.facebook.com/BuckleUpLouisiana/ or contact your nearest LSP Public Information Officer. Contact information is available at lsp.org/public.html. Please take advantage of this free service to ensure the safety of your child. Troop I has investigated 24 fatal crashes resulting in 31 deaths in 2021. Contact Information: | |||
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