Louisiana – A tragic three-vehicle crash on LA 37 near Sandy Creek Community Road in East Baton Rouge Parish claimed the life of 42-year-old Chiquita Rogers of Port Allen on April 14, 2025.
According to Louisiana State Police, the crash occurred shortly before noon when Rogers, driving a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, stopped to make a left turn.
A 2021 Freightliner tractor-trailer, also traveling northbound, struck the rear of the Chevrolet. The impact pushed Rogers’ vehicle into the southbound lane, where it was hit by a 2020 Mack tractor-trailer traveling in the opposite direction.
Rogers, who was unrestrained, suffered serious injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where she later died from her injuries. The drivers of the Freightliner and the Mack were both properly restrained and sustained no injuries.
Louisiana State Police are continuing the investigation, with standard toxicology samples being collected for analysis.
Authorities remind motorists to drive responsibly by avoiding impairment, fatigue, and distractions, following traffic laws, and ensuring all passengers are properly restrained.