Houma Teenager Dies in Car Crash on U.S. Highway 90
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: July 19, 2023
under investigation
A tragic car crash in Houma, Louisiana has claimed the life of a 15-year-old teenager. Angel Acevedo passed away on Saturday as a result of injuries sustained in the accident that occurred earlier this month.
According to Louisiana State Police, the incident took place on July 9th on U.S. Highway 90. Acevedo was riding unrestrained in a 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by another juvenile when tragedy struck. The vehicle's back tire suddenly blew out, causing it to veer off the road and overturn.
While the driver only suffered minor injuries, Acevedo was tragically thrown from the car during the rollover. Additionally, three other juveniles who were also passengers in the vehicle sustained injuries.
The authorities have launched an investigation into this devastating crash to determine further details surrounding its cause and any potential contributing factors.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a reminder of how crucial it is for all occupants of vehicles to wear seat belts properly at all times while traveling on our roads. Seat belts are designed to save lives and minimize injuries during accidents by keeping individuals securely restrained within their vehicles.
Our thoughts go out to Angel Acevedo's family and friends during this difficult time as they mourn their loss.
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Tags: Investigation, Accident, Carcrash, Teenager, New Orleans, Louisiana, Highway90, Houma
Incident at a Glance
- Parties Involved:
- Angel Acevedo
- Vehicles:
- 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer
- Fatality:
- YES
- State:
- Louisiana
- City:
- Houma
- Location:
- U.S. Highway 90
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-07-09
- Time of Incident:
- unknown
U.S. Highway 90
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