**UPDATE** Arrest Made in Crash That Killed Chatham Woman in Jackson Parish Crash

Vernon –Troopers have continued to investigate the crash that claimed the life of 82-year-old Geneva Williams. As part of the ongoing investigation, it was determined that 37-year-old Brittney Williams was impaired at the time of the crash.

On May 31, 2024, Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop F obtained an arrest warrant for Vehicular homicide through the 2^nd Judicial District Court for Brittney Williams. Brittney Williams was subsequently arrested and booked into the Jackson Parish Detention Center without incident.

TROOP F ORIGINAL NEWS RELEASE

April 19, 2024

Chatham Woman Killed in Jackson Parish Crash

Vernon – On Friday, April 19, 2024, shortly before 2:00 p.m., Troopers with Louisiana State Police Troop F began investigating a single-vehicle fatal crash on LA 146 near Nig-Dorsey Road. The crash claimed the life of 82-year-old Geneva Williams of Chatham.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2016 Nissan Sentra, driven by 37-year-old Brittney Williams, was traveling east on LA-146. For reasons still under investigation, the Nissan exited the roadway to the right and struck a tree.

Geneva Williams, who was properly restrained and the front seat passenger in the Nissan, was pronounced dead at the scene. Brittney Williams, who was properly restrained, received moderate injuries and was transported to an area hospital for treatment. Although impairment is not suspected, routine toxicology samples were collected and will be submitted for analysis. This crash remains under investigation.

Troopers wish to remind motorists to always make good decisions while in a motor vehicle. Never drive impaired, fatigued, or distracted. Follow all traffic laws and always ensure that every occupant is properly restrained. While not all crashes are survivable, taking simple precautions such as these can often mean the difference between life and death.

Contact Information:

TFC Ryan Davis

Louisiana State Police

Public Affairs Section

Office: (318) 345-2810

[email protected]