New Orleans, LA (September 10, 2024) – A tragic crash occurred on the Crescent City Connection Bridge, resulting in the death of 69-year-old Andrew Perrin from Lafitte. The incident unfolded around 9:00 AM on Sunday, September 8. Louisiana State Police Troop B reported that a 2016 Toyota Corolla, driven by Perrin, veered across the eastbound lanes of US 90B from the General DeGaulle Drive on-ramp.
Concurrently, a 2021 Kia Telluride was traveling east near the interchange. The Toyota intersected the Kia’s path, causing the Kia to hit the Toyota’s left side. Both cars subsequently collided with a cement barrier. Perrin, who was wearing a seatbelt, sustained severe injuries and later died at a local hospital. The Kia’s driver also wore a seatbelt but only sustained minor injuries.
Authorities are conducting further investigations, including toxicology tests.