33-year-old Molly Deshotels died in a traffic accident on Oct 20, 2024, after running a red light in Lafayette; another driver was injured.

A fatal traffic accident occurred in Lafayette on October 20, 2024, claiming the life of 33-year-old Molly Deshotels. She ran a red light at the intersection of Bertrand Drive and West Congress Street, colliding with another vehicle that had a yellow signal. The other driver sustained injuries and was hospitalized. The Lafayette Police Department is investigating the incident, reviewing surveillance footage and awaiting blood test results from the injured driver.