| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 8329 | 2019-06-17 | Troop L | 15-Year-Old Killed, Two Juveniles Critical in Rollover Crash |
TROOP L NEWS RELEASE 15-Year-Old Killed, Two Juveniles Critical in Rollover Crash Hammond - On Sunday June 16, 2019, at approximately 9:25 PM, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop L were notified of a fatal crash on Interstate 55 near US 51 (S. Morrison Blvd.) in Tangipahoa Parish. The crash has claimed the life of 15-year-old Solomon Short of Ponchatoula. The initial investigation led Troopers to determine that the crash occurred as 38-year-old Viola Oliver II of Ponchatoula was driving a 2003 Ford Explorer southbound on Interstate 55 in the left lane. As Oliver was attempting to exit to US 51, she lost control of her vehicle. The vehicle exited the right side of the roadway and overturned approximately 4-5 times, before coming to final rest upside down on the Interstate 55 West Service Rd. Three unrestrained juvenile occupants were ejected from the vehicle during the crash sequence. Solomon Short was transported to North Oaks Hospital in critical condition. He succumbed to his injuries shortly after his arrival. The two additional juvenile occupants also sustained moderate injuries in the crash. They were transported to Our Lady of the Lake Hospital [Baton Rouge] by Acadian Air-med, where they remain in critical condition. Following the crash, Oliver was trapped within her vehicle. She was extricated by the Ponchatoula Fire Department and was then transported to North Oaks hospital by Acadian Ambulance in critical condition. Impairment is suspected to have contributed to this crash. As part of the ongoing investigation, blood samples were collected and will be submitted to the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab for analysis. Oliver was issued a citation for Careless Operation and two counts of No Child Restraint (under 13 years old not properly restrained). Following the completion of the investigation and the results of the pending scientific analysis, Troopers will consult with the Tangipahoa Parish District Attorney’s Office in reference to filing any additional criminal charges. Since 2012, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop L have installed nearly 3,000 child passenger safety seats. This free service ensures that your child’s car seat is properly installed. Furthermore, Troopers will educate parents and caregivers on the correct way to secure their children. If you have questions about your child’s seat or just want to make sure your seat is installed correctly, please contact Troop L or visit http://www.lahighwaysafety.org/Pages/OurPrograms/ChildPassengerSafety.aspx to find the nearest fitting station in your area. Contact Information: S/T Dustin Dwight | |||
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