Unrestrained West Monroe Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash

Jackson Parish - Earlier today, at approximately 10:00 a.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop F responded to a two-vehicle crash on LA 34 near Chatham Lake Road. The crash claimed the life of 61-year-old David Perry.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2023 Buick Enclave, driven by Perry, was traveling southbound on LA 34. At the same time, a 2016 Ford F-150 was traveling northbound on LA 34. For reasons still under investigation, the Buick crossed the centerline and collided with the Ford.

Perry, who was unrestrained at the time of the crash, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Three occupants inside the Ford were properly restrained and did not sustain any injuries. A standard toxicology sample was obtained from Perry and submitted for analysis, as a part of the ongoing investigation.

While not all crashes are survivable, statistics show that properly wearing your seat belt will dramatically reduce your chance of being severely injured or killed in a crash. Louisiana law requires that every person in a vehicle, regardless of seating position, always remain buckled up. Properly wearing your seat belt is one of the most effective ways to save your life and reduce injuries during crashes.

In 2024, Troop F has investigated 22 fatal crashes, resulting in 23 deaths.

Contact Information:

Trooper Eddie Thomas

Louisiana State Police

Public Affairs Section - Troop G

Office: (318) 741-7411

[email protected]