A Texas man was killed Friday during a two-vehicle crash on I-10 in West Baton Rouge Parish.
State Police responded shortly after 6:00 p.m. on April 1 to the crash on I-10 East just west of LA Hwy 415 in West Baton Rouge Parish.
The crash claimed the life of 52-year-old Warren Beemer of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX.
Troopers say an initial investigation revealed the crash occurred as Beemer was traveling east on I-10. He reportedly failed to stop for stopped traffic and struck the rear of a tractor trailer.
Beemer, who was restrained at the time of the crash, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the 18-wheeler was properly restrained and sustained minor injuries. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment, according to troopers.
As part of the ongoing investigation, State Police say toxicology samples were obtained from both drivers for analysis.
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