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State representative facing DWI charges following Jefferson Parish crash

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MARRERO, La. (WGNO) — The Louisiana State Police announced the arrest of a state representative following a crash in Jefferson Parish on Wednesday, May 21.

According to troopers, at 2:30 a.m., they were called to the scene of a single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 90 B near Ames Boulevard. Upon arrival, troopers arrested the driver, State Rep. Kyle M. Green, Jr.

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The investigation revealed Green was headed west on the highway in a Honda Accord when he reportedly ran off the road crashing into a concrete barrier. Troopers say, in the car with him, were his three children.

(courtesy/louisiana house of representatives)

Responding LSP troopers said they noticed signs of impairment and conducted “a series of standardized field sobriety tests.”

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He was arrested and booked into the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center on charges of:

  • First offense DWI
  • Three counts of DWI with child endangerment
  • Careless operation
  • Improper lane use
  • Traffic attachment

The children were not injured in the crash and have since been released to a family member.

“Impaired driving, whether from alcohol, drugs, or both, is dangerous and can have deadly consequences. Avoid driving impaired and never get into a vehicle with an impaired driver. Always ensure passengers are properly restrained and stay focused on the road. Making responsible choices can save lives,” said LSP Troop B.

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