Motorcyclist dies in collision with car | Transportation
A 24-year-old motorcyclist was killed after a collision with a car Friday afternoon.
The Louisiana State Police reported Chad Brown of Geismar died when he was hit by a car on US 61 (Airline Highway) at LA 427 (Highland Road) in Baton Rouge.
Troopers said a Lincoln Towncar driven by Margaret Wingate, 77, of Baton Rouge was crossing Airline from a home's driveway when it hit Brown's motorcycle.
Investigators said Brown was thrown off his motorcycle. He was taken to Baton Rouge Medical Center, where he died.
Wingate was also taken to Baton Rouge General. She sustained moderated injuries in the crash.
No charges were filed and authorities did not indicate whether or not there would be any.
The investigation is ongoing.
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