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Car Hit By Train
One man is in the hospital this afternoon after his car was hit by a train.
The accident happened just before one o'clock this afternoon in the 2200 block of Hollywood avenue. The engineer of the train stated it appear the car stalled out between the crossing arms and the driver was trying to get out of the car before the train struck his car.
The train could not stop in time and stuck the car sending it several hundred feet down the tracks. Carroll Hughes, DOB 10-30-40 from Shreveport, was taken to LSUHSC with internal and facial injuries.
Hit and Run investigators responded to the scene and are still investigating the exact cause of the accident.
98% Of Truck Accidents Result In Death To The Driver Or Passenger Of The Other Vehicle
In the United States, 13% of all traffic deaths are caused by truck accidents. In those accidents, an alarming 98% of the passengers or driver of the vehicle is killed opposed to the people in the truck.
Definition:
This 17 character number is unique to each vehicle. It identifies characteristics of the vehicle, including manufacturer, year, model, body, engine specifications, and serial number.
Hit and Run
Definition:
An accident caused by someone who does not stop to assist or provide the required and necessary information.
Gap Insurance
Definition:
Insurance that pays the difference between the actual cash value of a vehicle and the amount still to be paid on the loan. Some gap policies may also cover the amount of the deductible.
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