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2 Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash Near Carlyss

Published September 21, 2021

Sulphur, LA – The Louisiana State Police reports that on September 21, 2021, shortly after 9:00 a.m., Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop D responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash at the intersection of LA Hwy 108 and Choupique Road in Calcasieu Parish. The crash claimed the life of 62-year-old Bobbie J. McCraney of Westlake and 69-year-old Ethel Simms of Sulphur.

The initial investigation revealed a 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser, driven by McCraney, was traveling south on Choupique Road and approaching the intersection of LA 108. At the same time, a 2013 Western Star 18-wheeler was traveling west on LA 108. For unknown reasons, McCraney failed to yield at a posted stop sign and traveled into the intersection. Upon entering the intersection, the Toyota was struck on the left side/driver’s side by the 18-wheeler.
Despite being properly restrained, both McCraney and Simms sustained fatal injuries as a result of the crash and were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the 18-wheeler, who was properly restrained, sustained minor injuries and was transported to a Sulphur area hospital for treatment. Toxicology samples were obtained from both drivers and submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Louisiana State Troopers would like to take this opportunity to remind motorists to always make good decisions while operating motor vehicles. Never drive while impaired, fatigued, or distracted, and follow all traffic laws. Louisiana state law requires vehicle occupants to be properly restrained in all seating positions, day or night. Statistics show the chances of surviving a crash rise significantly when properly restrained but the decision not to wear a seat belt can have deadly consequences.

Troop D has investigated 26 fatal crashes resulting in 27 deaths in 2021.