Driver, toddler killed in U.S. 90 crash

State troopers believe rainy weather may have played a role in a Wednesday crash that killed the driver and an improperly restrained toddler on U.S. 90 between Morgan City and Amelia.

State Police Troop I is withholding identification of the victims until family members are notified.

According to Troop I, the troop responded the crash about 8:15 a.m. Wednesday.

The preliminary investigation revealed a passenger car was traveling west on U.S. 90 when the driver lost control and ran off the roadway before striking a tree. It was raining at the time of the crash.

The driver, who was not restrained, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The toddler, who was improperly restrained in a booster seat, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene, state police said.

A toxicology sample was obtained from the driver and will be submitted for analysis, Troop I said. Driving too fast for weather conditions is suspected to be a factor and the crash remains under investigation.

Louisiana state law requires motor vehicle occupants to be properly restrained in all seating posi-tions, day or night. For assistance with proper child seat installation, please vis-it www.facebook.com/BuckleUpLouisiana/ or contact your nearest LSP Public Information Officer. Contact information is available at lsp.org/public.html. State police encourage parents to take advantage of this free service to ensure the safety of your child.

Troop I has investigated 24 fatal crashes resulting in 31 deaths in 2021.