Courtesy KPLC
Louisiana State Police are reporting a fatal crash on La. 10 at La. 376 that resulted in the death of an Evangeline Parish Reserve Deputy Crossing Guard.
According to Troop I, the crash happened at 7:30 a.m. Thursday.
Killed was 60-year-old Reserve Deputy John Granger, of Reddell, who was directing traffic for Vidrine Elementary. Troopers say Granger had been a reserve deputy and crossing guard for the Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office for three years and eight months.
Troopers say a 2003 Mazda SUV, driven by 50-year-old Arleen Soileau, of Ville Platte, was traveling west on La. 10 approaching Granger. A 2004 Honda passenger car, driven by 19-year-old Kimberly Fontenot of Mamou, was traveling north on La. 376 approaching La. 10, according to troopers.
Troopers say Fontenot drove into the path of Soileau's vehicle. The front of Soileau's vehicle reportedly then struck Fontenot's right rear door. After initial impact, Fontenot's vehicle rotated and struck Granger, troopers say.
Granger was pronounced dead by the Evangeline Parish Coroner. Both Fontenot and Soileau were wearing their seat belts and sustained minor injuries. They were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Troopers indicated that Granger was wearing an orange reflective vest at the time of the crash.
Troopers do not suspect impairment as a factor in this crash; however, toxicology samples were obtained and will be submitted to the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.
Troopers remind motorists about the importance of remaining vigilant as you travel through school zones. Motorists should be aware about reduced speed limits around schools.
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