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Ville Platte Man Dies In Motorcycle Crash
Louisiana State Police investigated a fatal crash on Louisiana Highway 3187 near Red Lick Road yesterday.
Troopers say 60-year-old Terry Thrasher was driving a three-wheel motorcycled when for unknown reasons, he crossed the center of the highway, traveled off the left side, and hit a tree.
Thrasher was not wearing a helmet, and he was thrown from his motorcycle. He was pronounced dead at the scene by the Evangeline Parish Coroner.
Troopers say routine toxicology tests are pending.
The crash happened around 6 o'clock yesterday evening.
Trooper remind drivers that anyone riding on a motorcycle is required by law to wear a helmet.
If you are looking for information on motorcycle safety classes, you can get that information at lsp.org.
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