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Evangeline Parish crash leaves one dead and another injured

Posted at 10:33 AM, Apr 07, 2019
and last updated 2019-04-07 11:33:09-04

State Police are investigating a fatal crash that happened early Sunday on La. 13.

Krissii Guillory, 28, of Eunice, died in the crash. Dale Guidry, 26, of Eunice, was seriously injured, troopers say.

The accident happened at about 2:30 a.m. on LA 13 near LA 374 in Evangeline Parish.

The initial investigation by State Police revealed that the crash occurred as Guidry was driving a Ford F250 northbound on LA 13. Guidry failed to negotiate a left hand turn and exited the roadway to the right. His vehicle struck a driveway, became airborne for several hundred feet then began to roll over, causing Guillory to be ejected.

Guillory suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Guidry was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. Both occupants were unrestrained. Impairment on the part of Guidry is unknown at this time but, toxicology test results are pending. Speed is suspected to be a factor in the crash. This crash remains under investigation.

Troopers say:

All too often, Troopers witness preventable motor vehicle crashes. Simply making safe decisions while in motor vehicles can often prevent serious injury crashes such as this one. Louisiana State Police urge motorists to:

· Have a plan in place before consuming alcohol.

· Choose never to drive impaired or ride with an impaired driver.

· Always buckle up.

By simply wearing your seat belt, your chances of survival increase up to 80 percent. Who’s counting on you to make a good decision?