331 Accident Bad News

[SlowMovin]

far, far too many drunks on 331 and 79 in the afternoon and never a cop to be seen!

Have you ever been on 331? There are cops all over it. There is a Sheriff's station at the south end, as well as State troopers up and down it. I've never been on 331 when I didn't see AT LEAST one marked car (usually more) and I drive it daily.

 

[aquaticbiology]

Have you ever been on 331? There are cops all over it. There is a Sheriff's station at the south end, as well as State troopers up and down it. I've never been on 331 when I didn't see AT LEAST one marked car (usually more) and I drive it daily.

then how did this drunk driver get by all the police?

the one lone cop sitting at the southbound end of the 331 bridge when we went last time wasn't that much of a deterrent, more like a awareness test as everybody slammed on their brakes to be under the speed limit

with the gas pipe being bored under the intracoastal, the lanes are a bit tight on the causeway right before you get onto the bridge - wonder if this was the problem

 

[InletBchDweller]

Re: Bad wreck on 331 - beware

Honey Island Swamp...good...isnt there a swamp monster there???

Don't even make your carpal tunnel flare by responding to a transient flamer. And for the record, this Louisiana driver has had no moving violations or accidents in over 17 years And I also say we save the gas and pitch el rey de los borachos in Honey Island Swamp instead of driving all the way to the soft mud of St John the Baptist Parish.

 

[steele mama]

then how did this drunk driver get by all the police?

the one lone cop sitting at the southbound end of the 331 bridge when we went last time wasn't that much of a deterrent, more like a awareness test as everybody slammed on their brakes to be under the speed limit

with the gas pipe being bored under the intracoastal, the lanes are a bit tight on the causeway right before you get onto the bridge - wonder if this was the problem

I think the problem was a drunk passing on 331 in heavy traffic! It seems silly/stupid to blame cops for accidents that happen. We all need to slow down! We don't have to be in a hurry to get everywhere and definitely don't need to drive under the influence. Such a sad story!!

 

[30A Skunkape]

I think the problem was a drunk passing on 331 in heavy traffic! It seems silly/stupid to blame cops for accidents that happen. We all need to slow down! We don't have to be in a hurry to get everywhere and definitely don't need to drive under the influence. Such a sad story!!

I am sure the media will be reporting the guy's blood alcohol level. Like I said, I was on the bridge heading north just minutes prior to the wreck. I can't understand how anyone, no matter if they were three sheets to the wind, could even attempt to pass. There was so much traffic headed southbound. The guy must have been totally drunk/enraged that he was behind somebody who was probably only able to go the speed limit. I think Mango suggested that check in be moved by some folks to Sunday so there is a smaller stream of traffic into the area at one time. I passed by the rental office by the mailboxes etc Saturday and people were pulled-off on 30A because the lot was full! My heart skipped a beat to see the crowd at the watercolor Publix that afternoon-UNBELIEVABLE masses!

 

[Paula]

Mango:

I'm so, so sorry for this family and for your loss as well. It is yet another reminder to be careful and alert (keep our thinking caps on as SJ says) at all times. One can be relaxed on vacation and alert at the same time. And this thread has also reminded me to enjoy the moments and the people I love and appreciate more and more...

Also reminds us to remember to use the taxi services in SoWal after partying as well. Thanks Paradise Taxi and other taxis that serve our community.

So sad....

 

[30A Skunkape]

Re: Bad wreck on 331 - beware

Honey Island Swamp...good...isnt there a swamp monster there???

Yes! In fact, I knew this grizzled guy who owned a sporting goods store in Covington who claimed to have shot the thing with a bow and arrow when it attacked him and his son when they were camping in the swamp one night! Well, let's just say I never saw him but he sounds like a cousin of the Florida skunk ape and I hope he survived Katrina since he was at ground zero :roll:
He must be real because they have his likeness set up in the Louisiana Swamp exhibit at the Audubon Zoo ;-)

 

[Mango]

Hello all:
I just wanted to let you know that I have spoken with the Rook children. They had their aunt and uncle fly in yesterday, and they will be taking them back to the airport via a rent a car. The older son Chris had his mother fly in yesterday as well.

I told Chris about the prayers and words of support from everyone, and they wanted me to tell everyone how much they appreciate it, and how this has eased some of their pain.
Thanks to all of you who offered your assistance as well. They have plenty of food for the day, and if they need anything else, they said they would call.

Services for the Rooks are anticipated possibly for this Friday in Ohio.

 

[Sheila]

Hello all:
I just wanted to let you know that I have spoken with the Rook children. They had their aunt and uncle fly in yesterday, and they will be taking them back to the airport via a rent a car. The older son Chris had his mother fly in yesterday as well.

I told Chris about the prayers and words of support from everyone, and they wanted me to tell everyone how much they appreciate it, and how this has eased some of their pain.
Thanks to all of you who offered your assistance as well. They have plenty of food for the day, and if they need anything else, they said they would call.

Services for the Rooks are anticipated possibly for this Friday in Ohio.

Thanks for the update. Again, our hearts go out to everyone involved in this senseless tragedy, Is there any word on the young lady that was in serious condition?

 

[TooFarTampa]

Hello all:
I just wanted to let you know that I have spoken with the Rook children. They had their aunt and uncle fly in yesterday, and they will be taking them back to the airport via a rent a car. The older son Chris had his mother fly in yesterday as well.

I told Chris about the prayers and words of support from everyone, and they wanted me to tell everyone how much they appreciate it, and how this has eased some of their pain.
Thanks to all of you who offered your assistance as well. They have plenty of food for the day, and if they need anything else, they said they would call.

Services for the Rooks are anticipated possibly for this Friday in Ohio.

Mango, thanks. If you find out any scholarship/trust fund info for the little girl, please post it.