Port Allen, LA – 1 Killed In Fatal Crash At LA-1 & Beaulieu Ln

Port Allen, LA (August 22, 2019) – One person sustained fatal injuries in a collision in Port Allen. The accident occurred in the early hours of Thursday, August 22, around 5:30 a.m. Officials were at the scene of the accident at La Hwy 1 and Beaulieu Ln. 

The incident involved a pickup truck and a commercial vehicle. Reports from the Louisiana State Police (LSP) indicated that the driver of the pickup truck, 74-year-old Thomas Cloninger, died in the crash.

Further details about the accident have not yet been released. The crash is currently under investigation. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Thomas Cloninger at this time.

18-Wheeler Collisions in Louisiana

Across Louisiana, 18-wheeler accidents result in significant injuries to thousands. Each year, around 2,300 people sustain injuries in the state after being involved in a wreck with a commercial vehicle. 75 percent of all fatalities involving an 18-wheeler crash were riders of passenger vehicles. 

The size of these large vehicles makes them very dangerous to smaller passenger vehicles. Many times, drivers of a semi-truck are exhausted, making their ability to react to hazards on the roadway decline. In some cases, the family of victims who have been killed in a collision with an 18-wheeler can seek compensation with the help of Baton Rouge 18-wheeler crash attorney

Fisher Injury Lawyers is an established firm practicing for over 26 years. During this time, we have recovered multi-million dollar settlements for over 1,000 clients. Give us a call at (225) 766-1234 if you have lost a loved one due to a reckless driver. 

Note: To write and construct these stories, we utilize a variety of sources including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accidents. As we are not present on the scene, these accounts may not reflect the reality of the situation or the injuries sustained. If you notice any discrepancies between our content and the accident, please inform our office as soon as possible and we will make the necessary corrections.

Disclaimer: Fisher Injury Lawyers is an involved member of our local community, and as such, our intent is always to improve the lives and safety of those in our community. These accidents are a devastating reality of life in our cities and across our state. Our hearts go out to all those affected by them. We hope that by casting a light on these accidents, we will encourage others to take more care in their daily lives to avoid accidents in the future. These posts are not a solicitation for business, and the information included in them should not be construed as legal or medical advice. If you’ve been involved in an accident, you should contact a qualified attorney to discuss the specifics of your case. We wish the best for all those affected by these accidents. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.