ST. GABRIEL, La. (WAFB) - A driver was killed in a single-vehicle crash in St. Gabriel.

According to the St. Gabriel Police Department, the crash happened on Sunday, November 30, and claimed the life of Wardell Valentine.

Police said officers responded to the scene on Martin Luther King Parkway near Ointment Road. They located the vehicle involved, identified Valentine as the driver, and attempted life-saving measures.

According to police, Valentine passed away despite the efforts of first responders.

St. Gabriel Police Chief Kevin Ambeau said Valentine was a lifelong resident of St. Gabriel.

“Chief K. Ambeau Sr., on behalf of the entire St. Gabriel Police Department, would like to extend his deepest condolences to the Valentine family, as well as host of other family and friends who

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