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8210 2021-08-09 Troop L Unrestrained Driver Killed in St. Tammany Parish Crash
TROOP L NEWS RELEASE
August 09, 2021
Unrestrained Driver Killed in St. Tammany Parish Crash

Covington – Shortly after 8:30 pm on August 8th, 2021, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop L began investigating a single vehicle fatal crash on LA Hwy 40 west of LA Hwy 437 in St. Tammany Parish. The crash claimed the life of 37-year-old Kevin Alexie of Covington.

The initial investigation revealed the crash occurred as Alexie was traveling westbound on LA Hwy 40 in a 1994 GMC Sierra. For reasons still under investigation, the GMC exited the roadway to the right. After leaving the roadway, the GMC traveled through the westbound ditch before impacting a tree.

Alexie was unrestrained at the time of the crash and sustained fatal injuries. He was pronounced deceased on the scene. Impairment is suspected, and a toxicology sample was obtained from Alexie for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Troopers would like to remind motorists of the importance of safe decisions behind the wheel. Please take a moment to speak with your loved ones about the importance of their safe decisions. Remind them to always wear a seatbelt, never drive impaired, and to avoid distractions.

Contact Information:
TPR William Huggins
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
william.huggins@la.gov
Office: (985) 893-6250
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