Operator was operating his vessel towards a low lying bridge.  One of his occupants was standing as they attempted to pass underneath.  As a result passenger was struck behind the head (and neck) by the bridge causing fatal injuries.  Alcohol was found on board the vessel and blood and urine samples were taken from the driver.  A blood sample was also taken from the victim.  The results from those tests are pending.  PFD's were onboard but did not play a factor in the incident.
Port Barre                    