Bell City, LA (May 9, 2021) – Authorities were called to the site of a motor vehicle accident in the Calcasieu Parish area that ended in fatal injuries. Just after 3:15 p.m., on May 7, crews were notified that a crash took place on Louisiana Highway 14.
According to reports, a 2016 Ford F-250 pickup truck, driven by 48-year-old Michial Dewyane, was traveling east on Louisiana Highway 14 when his vehicle collided with a 2011 Kia Optima near Fruge Road.
A front-seat passenger in the Kia, identified as 69-year-old Linda Nelson Gardner, was fatally injured in the accident. Emergency crews arrived at the scene and declared the woman deceased. A rear-seat passenger in the vehicle sustained injuries and was transported to a hospital in Lake Charles. At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victims who were injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of Linda Nelson Gardner. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
When people lose their lives in serious accidents, due to the negligence of other drivers, their families may have legal options available to help them move forward. Surviving relatives can reach out to a reputable wrongful death attorney in Louisiana as soon as possible to explore legal options available to help them get the justice they deserve from those who cause them harm.
Our team at Smiley Law Firm truly cares about the well-being of our clients. When families lose loved ones in accidents, we strive to provide them with the best chances of holding wrongdoers accountable and getting the justice they deserve. It is important that you have a team by your side that is committed to guiding and assisting you every step of the way. Our truck accident attorneys in Louisiana are concerned about results, and we make it a priority to be there for each of our clients to answer questions they have, to help them avoid legal missteps, and to deal with the complications that arise throughout the legal process. If your loved one has lost their life as a result of a truck accident, reach out to our personal injury attorneys in Louisiana at your earliest convenience. By calling our team at 504-688-3494 or 504-822-2222, we can schedule a free case evaluation at your earliest convenience to explore the legal options available to you.
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Disclaimer: These posts are created to raise awareness about the dangers of driving in Louisiana. We hope that by casting light on serious accidents like this one, other drivers will take heed, and avoid being seriously injured in a similar accident. This post is not a solicitation for business. The information contained in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the accident scene.
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