A Plaquemine man is facing charges after a crash that left a Metairie woman dead.
According to Louisiana state troopers, that crash happened just before 5 a.m. Sunday on LA 308 near Orchid Street in Labadieville.
Investigators say a car driven by Juana Ramos crossed the center line and struck a pickup truck driven by Jody Deville, Jr. Ramos, 64, died of her injuries at the scene. Deville was taken to the hospital with moderate injuries.
Troopers say Deville was impaired when the crash happened. Deville was arrested and booked on a first-offense OWI charge.
Toxicology samples from both drivers were collected for analysis. The crash remains under investigation.





