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Shortly after 6 a.m. this morning, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop B began investigating a two vehicle fatality crash involving a motorcycle on LA-18 at LA-3141. The crash claimed the life of 33-year-old Christopher Williams of Killona.

The preliminary investigation revealed the deceased was traveling eastbound on LA-18 near LA-3141 on a 2009 Suzuki GSX1300R motorcycle. At the same time, a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling westbound on LA-18. As the Silverado made an attempt to cross LA-18, Williams struck the right side of the vehicle. Despite wearing a DOT approved helmet, Williams sustained severe injuries and was pronounced deceased on scene. Speed is suspected to be a factor in the crash. Impairment is unknown at this time and toxicology reports are pending. This crash remains under investigation and there is no further information available at this time.

Troopers urge drivers to always be aware of motorcyclists around them, and likewise urge motorcyclists to engage in safe riding practices when on our roadways. Motorcyclists should practice safe and responsible operator behavior such as obeying speed limits, wearing a helmet, and never operating their motorcycle under any form of impairment. If motorists witness hazardous situations or possible impaired drivers, they may dial *LSP (*577) to be connected to the nearest Troop to report that activity.