Monroe,LA : Pedestrian dies in Richland Parish wreck on January, Monday 29th 2018

A female who was walking on U.S. 80 was killed last night after being struck by a vehicle.

Shortly before 11 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 29, Louisiana State Police Troop F responded to the wreck near Holly Ridge.

A preliminary investigation revealed a 2007 Chevrolet Impala, driven by Derrice Kelly, 40, of Rayville, was traveling east when the vehicle hit a pedestrian that was walking in the travel lane of the roadway.

The pedestrian, Gina Jones, 43, of Keavy, KY was pronounced dead at the scene by the Richland Parish Coroner’s Office.

Toxicology samples were obtained and will be submitted for analysis. The crash remains under investigation.

Pedestrians and motorists alike are urged to remain vigilant while on area roadways and pay close attention to their surroundings.

Crashes involving pedestrians can often be avoided by following some basic safety guidelines.

Pedestrians should wear light-colored or reflective clothing and should always avoid walking on the roadway in dark areas.

Pedestrians must also assume that approaching motorists cannot see them, especially at night.

In 2018, Troop F has investigated 4 fatal crashes resulting in 5 deaths.

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Pedestrian dies in Richland Parish wreck