Truck driver crashes through railing on Calcasieu River Bridge before falling in water
Mar 22, 2026
LAKE CHARLES mdash; The right lane on I-10 West on the Calcasieu River Bridge remains closed due to vehicle recovery operations following a Sunday morning crash that led to a driver going off the side of the bridge.According to the Lake Charles Police Department, a vehicle crashed into the eastboun
d barrier near the base of the Calcasieu River bridge around 6:15 a.m. The crash caused a chain reaction with about 4 other vehicles also crashing.nbsp;Soon after, officers say a bucket truck travelling in the eastbound lanes swerved to avoid debris crossing over into the westbound lanes before going over the side of the bridge into the water.nbsp;Three people were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.Congestion is currently approaching North Lakeshore Drive.nbsp;Drivers in the area should use caution or seek an alternate route.nbsp;Permalink| Comments
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