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LULING, La. (WGNO) — An alleged drunk driver was arrested after a Dec. 26 crash that claimed the life of a Metairie woman, according to Louisiana State Police.
Around 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday, troopers say they responded to a call of a two-vehicle crash in Luling on Interstate 310 near LA 48.
According to troopers, 20-year-old Brogan Fremen was headed north on the interstate in a RAM pickup truck in the same lane as a Ford Edge where 26-year-old Deysha Carter was a passenger.
For reasons that are unknown, Fremen collided with the back of Carter, sending the Ford off the road and causing the RAM to overturn. Troopers say both drivers were taken to a hospital for minor injuries along with Carter, who suffered severe injuries.
While on the scene, troopers say the Fremen showed signs of impairment.
Fremen submitted a breath sample, which showed a Blood Alcohol Concentration above the legal limit.
He was arrested and booked into the St. Charles Parish jail on charges of:
- DWI (1st offense)
- Reckless operation
- Vehicular negligent injuring
- First-degree vehicular negligent injuring
On Dec. 27, troopers were notified that Carter died from her injuries, and due to the circumstances, Fremen was rebooked on a charge of vehicular homicide.
The crash remains under investigation.
“Time and time again, Troopers witness preventable motor vehicle crashes. Impaired drivers cause nearly half of the fatal crashes in Louisiana. Louisiana State Police urge motorists to have a plan that includes a designated driver. Please choose not to drive impaired or ride with an impaired driver, and always buckle up,” said officers with LSP Troop B.
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