Jeanerette man charged in May car crash killing Loreauville High graduate - KLFY

According to Louisiana State Police, Jordan Prince of Loreauville, died on the scene of the crash around 2:45 a. m on May 24. An initial investigation by State Police revealed that the crash occurred as 31 year old King Ellis of Jeanerette, was... Police said as the two vehicles approached each other, Prince applied his brakes in an effort to avoid the impending crash, however the two vehicles collided in the inside lane, killing Prince. Additionally, flying vehicle parts struck a passing vehicle causing minor damage. Due to the nature of the crash, Troopers are still investigating seat belt usage on both drivers, however impairment for Ellis is believed to be a factor in the crash and routine toxicology samples were taken from both Prince and Ellis and will be... Police say the crash remains under investigation and charges are forthcoming. Source: klfy.com