Grant Parish, LA – 1 Killed and 5 Injured on LA-471 at French Cemetery Rd

Grant Parish, LA (June 16, 2019) – Louisiana State Police have reported a fatal wreck that happened on Saturday, June 15th. The incident took place on LA-471 near the intersection with French Cemetery Rd. at approximately 2:30 p.m.

One man, 36-year-old Rufus Green, was pronounced dead at the scene by officials.

Green was a passenger, along with four others, in a pickup truck being driven by a 17-year-old motorist. The driver was the only occupant wearing a seatbelt.

After losing control of the vehicle, the driver overcorrected, causing them to lose control of the vehicle.

All vehicle occupants were taken to Rapides Regional Trauma Center for medical treatment by officials on the scene after the crash.

The driver was issued a citation for careless operation and not having a valid driver’s license.

The crash is still under investigation, and toxicology test are currently pending.

We want to offer our heartfelt sympathies to the family of Rufus Green at this time.

Deadly Car Wrecks in Louisiana

Unfortunately, thousands of individuals are injured in terrible car accidents throughout the country every year.

Many times these crashes result in the death of the rider, leaving their families to take on the damages resulting from the accident.

Sometimes, the surviving families can contact a Baton Rouge wrongful death attorney in order to regain lost compensation for their damages.

At Fisher Injury Lawyers, we help victims file personal injury claims in order to regain funds to cover their medical expenses, property damage to their vehicle, and more.

Contact us today at 225-766-1234 to see how we can help you.

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