Plaquemine man killed in Tuesday morning crash in Port Allen
PORT ALLEN, La. (BRPROUD) — A Tuesday morning crash in Port Allen left one person dead.
Louisiana State Police said Paul Russell David Jr., 49, of Plaquemine was killed in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 190 just east of LA 415 near Industrial Boulevard around 11 a.m. on March 26.
LSP said David was driving in a 2017 Nissan Rogue on US 190 in the left lane behind a 2024 Western Star dump truck.
“For reasons still under investigation, the Nissan struck the back of the dump truck while it was stopped, preparing to make a left turn into a private driveway,” state police said.
The Nissan overturned and went off the road to the right.
Troopers said David was wearing a seatbelt but died as a result of the crash. The driver of the dump truck was also wearing a seatbelt and was not injured in the crash, LSP said.
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“Louisiana State Troopers wish to remind motorists the importance of making good decisions while in motor vehicles. Never drive while impaired, fatigued, or distracted, always ensure every occupant is properly restrained, and follow all traffic laws. While not all crashes are survivable, taking simple precautions such as these can often mean the difference between life and death,” LSP said.
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