Tuesday, September 1, 2009

GIBSON WOMAN DIES IN CRASH

Gibson, LA- A head-on crash in western Terrebonne Parish claimed the life of a Gibson woman and injured a Gibson teen.

The crash occurred on LA 182 near 5001 Bayou Black Drive just west of the Greenwood Middle School in Gibson, LA. Cantrelle Shelvin (B/F, 31, of Gibson, LA) was driving her 1996 Buick Century westbound in a right-hand curve and crossed the centerline into the path of an eastbound 2001 Ford Mustang, driven by Ciara Leboeuf (W/F, 18, of Gibson, LA). The Century struck the Mustang head-on in the eastbound lane and after impact they came to rest in the eastbound lane.

Shelvin sustained critical injuries and was transported to Terrebonne General Medical Center by Acadian AirMed. Shelvin later died at the hospital. Leboeuf sustained moderate injuries and was transported to Terrebonne General Medical Center by Acadian Ambulance.

Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts during the crash. Alcohol is not suspected; however, blood tests are pending from the Louisiana State Police Crime Lab. This crash occurred yesterday, just prior to 3:00 PM.

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