Kentwood
Kentwood, La. (10/10/2022) – Troop L investigated a single-vehicle fatal overnight crash on LA Hwy 1054 near North River Road. The crash claimed the life of 64-year-old Steven Sanders of Kentwood.
The initial investigation revealed that a 2018 Ford F-150 was westbound on LA Hwy 1054. The Ford traveled off the roadway to the right for reasons still under investigation. After leaving the roadway, the Ford struck a tree.
Sanders was unrestrained and sustained fatal injuries as a result of the crash. Sanders was pronounced deceased on the scene. As part of the ongoing investigation, a toxicology sample was obtained from Sanders for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
Pine Grove
Pine Grove, La. (10/10/2022) – Troop L investigated a single-vehicle fatal overnight crash on LA Hwy 16 near LA Hwy 449. The crash claimed the life of 20-year-old Dathan Langlois of Zachary.
The initial investigation revealed that a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta was eastbound on LA Hwy 16. The Volkswagen traveled off the roadway to the left for reasons still under investigation. After leaving the roadway, the Volkswagen struck a commercial building.
Langlois was unrestrained and sustained severe injuries as a result of the crash. Langlois was transported to a local hospital and later pronounced deceased. As part of the ongoing investigation, a toxicology sample was obtained from Langlois for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
Statistics show that wearing your seat belt will reduce your chance of being injured/killed in a crash. Louisiana law requires that every person in a vehicle, regardless of seating position, always buckle up. Properly wearing your seat belt is one of the most effective ways to save your life and reduce injuries in crashes.
Source: LSP
