According to the Louisiana State Police, a motor vehicle crash that took place in La Fayette claimed the life of 65-year-old Jude Mae Jefferson on Thursday.
At around 4:00 p.m., Jefferson, driving his 2022 Chevrolet Malibu, on I-10 East, between Duson and Scott, was struck by a 2016 Freightliner 18-wheeler. As a result of this crash, Jefferson was fatally injured and was pronounced dead at the scene, said the authorities.
It is not yet known if alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash. The cause of the fatal crash is still being investigated. No further information is available at the moment.
Source: KADN