| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 8292 | 2020-03-21 | Troop L | Troopers Investigate Fatality Crash on Interstate 12 |
TROOP L NEWS RELEASE Troopers Investigate Fatality Crash on Interstate 12 Hammond – On Saturday, March 21, 2020 shortly before 5:30 AM, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop L responded to a fatal crash involving two vehicles on Interstate 12 West near LA 1249 (Pumpkin Center Rd.) in Tangipahoa Parish. The crash has claimed the life of 77-year-old Michael T. Jones of Jasper, MI. The initial investigation led Troopers to determine that the crash occurred as a Mazda 3, driven by 31-year-old Caitlin D. Jones of Mobile, AL, was traveling west on Interstate 12 in the right lane. Jones’ vehicle struck the rear-end of a GMC Sierra pickup truck, driven by Michael Jones, which was also traveling on Interstate 12 West in the right lane. After this impact, both vehicles traveled off the roadway striking trees. Despite wearing a seat belt, Michael Jones sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased on the scene. Caitlin Jones was not wearing a seat belt and received minor injuries. She was transported to an area hospital for treatment. Impairment is suspected on the part of Caitlin Jones. As part of the ongoing investigation, blood samples were collected from both drivers for scientific analysis. Caitlin Jones was arrested and will be booked into the Tangipahoa Parish Jail for the following charges: L.R.S. 14:32.1 (Vehicular Homicide), L.R.S. 32:81 (Following Too Close), and L.R.S. 32:295.1 (Safety Belt Required). The investigation is ongoing and no additional information is available at this time. Louisiana State Troopers wish to remind motorists to make good, safe decisions such as never driving while impaired, always ensuring every occupant is properly restrained, obeying the speed limit, and avoiding all distractions which can often mean the difference between life and death. Contact Information: | |||
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