| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 7391 | 2019-08-27 | Troop I | Child Killed in St. Martin Parish Crash |
TROOP I NEWS RELEASE Child Killed in St. Martin Parish Crash Breaux Bridge – Shortly after 5:00 pm on August 27, 2019, Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a three vehicle fatal crash on La 31 near Ruth Bridge Hwy in St. Martin Parish. The crash claimed the life of a 9-year-old male of St. Martinville. The preliminary investigation revealed a 2017 Ford Explorer was stopped on La 31, facing south, preparing to make a left turn. A 2017 Ford F150 was being driven southbound on La 31 approaching the Explorer from the rear. At the same time, a 2004 Honda Accord was being driven North on La 31. The driver of the F150 steered left into the northbound lane of travel to avoid a rear-end collision. As a result, the F150 struck the Accord head-on in the northbound lane. The juvenile was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Troopers determined he was improperly wearing his seat belt at the time of the crash. All other occupants of the vehicles involved were properly restrained, several suffered minor to moderate injuries. Breath samples were obtained from the drivers of the Explorer and the F150. Tests confirmed no alcohol was present for either driver. The driver of the Accord submitted a blood sample for analysis. This crash remains under investigation and there is no further information available at this time. Louisiana State Troopers would like to take this opportunity to remind motorists to always make good decisions while operating motor vehicles. Never drive while impaired, fatigued, or distracted. Always ensure every occupant is properly restrained, pay close attention to recent changes in child passenger seat laws, and follow all traffic laws. Taking simple precautions such as these can often mean the difference between life and death. Contact Information: | |||
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