Jeanerette man is killed

BY STEVE WILSON
THE DAILY IBERIAN
Published/Last Modified on Monday, September 22, 2008 2:09 PM CDT

A Coteau man is facing vehicular homicide and other charges, following a fatal two-vehicle wreck on U.S. 90 Saturday evening in Iberia Parish.

Anthony Tyler, 24, of 2416 Snapper Road, Coteau, is charged with one count each of vehicular homicide, driving while impaired, disobeying stop sign, expired license plate, and first-degree vehicular injuring. The crash took place at approximately 9 p.m. at the intersection of Estis Road and U.S. 90, according to the Louisiana State Police.

Tyler was traveling north on Estis Road approaching a stop sign at the same time Alfred Coleman, 58, of Jeanerette, was traveling westbound on U.S. 90 in the right lane approaching Estis Road. Tyler failed to stop at the intersection and entered U.S. 90, according to the state police.

Tyler braked hard, but skidded across U.S. 90 eastbound, the crossover and entered the path of Coleman’s vehicle, which then struck Tyler’s vehicle. Coleman was pronounced dead at the scene, however Tyler did not sustain injuries as a result of the crash.

Tyler was booked into the Iberia Parish Jail and released the following day on $50,000 bond. LSP Public Information Officer David Anderson said this morning the case is still under investigation.

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someone who knows wrote on Oct 28, 2008 10:26 AM:

" I was in an accident similiar to this one. they said that I ran the red light, when I am 100% sure I didn't. I don't drink or do drugs.I slamed into a car and the other driver got killed.The other driver was drinking and driving.But I got the charges against me for running a red light.At court the family wanted to know why I didn't go and pay my respects.I know that I wouldn't of been welcomed there, and my lawyer told me not to go. "

Grow Up wrote on Oct 23, 2008 1:58 PM:

" And I'm sure he didn't go to pay respects to the family. But even if he would have, do you really think it would have made a difference? No, he wouldn't have been welcome and had another situation to deal with. Not everybody has all the facts about this case and is only assuming they know it all. This is his first situation like this, I could understand if it was more than that. And what he puts on a internet website doesn't have anything to do with this case. So why even bring it up. "

Grow Up wrote on Oct 23, 2008 1:43 PM:

" This was a very unfortunate accident. This could have very well happened to someone who had not had a drink at all, that is why it is called an accident. All of you act like you are perfect and have never made mistakes or bad decisions in life, we can only pray that this guy learns from this accident. And for those talking about how he was in school..Gosh, how long ago was that?? I think we are not in high school anymore. People can and do change, he is now a father and in The National Guard and works. "

MR CLEAN wrote on Oct 6, 2008 4:39 AM:

" I suppose that I passed near the intersection within 5-10 minutes of the accident. Saw several state troopers en route to the accident on U.S. 90.

The only reason I'm posting about it - is to remind everyone (and myself) to please take extra precautions to drive defensively on 90. As we all know, it's a dangerous roadway with 65 mph speed limits (and people turning on-and-off of the highway).

Slow down and keep a watchful eye, because 90 is a breeding ground for accidents. "

To I Know wrote on Oct 3, 2008 4:14 PM:

" You said a mouthful....Tony walks around like he is better than everybody else. Check out the common site on the internet that young people use to communicate.... his general interest is to be socially intoxicated... along with other alcohol related pics, that are still posted. You would think after something like this happens, that would have changed. But I guess he thinks he is untouchable. "

I know wrote on Sep 30, 2008 12:32 PM:

" I went to school with Tony he always thought he was better than everybody. Spoiled kid whos dad bought his everything. So tell me if im wrong anonymous. Always would say stuff about the way others looked or there weight and he was chubby himself. So to me I dont think thats a " GOOD " Person. "

Misti wrote on Sep 30, 2008 8:32 AM:

" Go to
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/petition/972156363
and make a change! "

the system is a wreck wrote on Sep 29, 2008 2:13 PM:

" how can you let a killer get off so easy, hes just like the police man that was accused of rape, but he gets an easier bond. We need someone thats going to change the system. "

to anonymous writer wrote on Sep 29, 2008 2:11 PM:

" you say anthony is a great person inside. answer this question did he pay any respects to the family?? No!! thats not a great person inside. What if something like this happens to one of his family members?? "

someone wrote on Sep 29, 2008 2:07 PM:

" Does anyone feel that this man cheated his way of of jail becasue he's with the government. He killed someone and he is not being punished. "

the bean wrote on Sep 29, 2008 2:05 PM:

" why is it that he has a bond of $50,000 as an police that is accused of rape has a bond of $500,000. Anthony was drunk and killed Mr. Coleman but he gets off that easy. Something is wrong with the system. "

Misti wrote on Sep 29, 2008 10:31 AM:

" The DUI/DWI Petition is still open and needs your help!
Go to http://www.thepetitionsite.com/petition/972156363
and make a difference! "

Hey wrote on Sep 28, 2008 9:27 PM:

" I know a drunk driver that killed someones grandma last year and he is out of jail. I don't think he served 2 weeks in jail. Every time his trial comes up he has a doctors excuse just so he doesn't have to go. Needs surgery or therpy different things. He knows that if he doesn't keep putting off its jail time. So people do different things to stay out of jail. "

Upset in LafayetteLouisiana wrote on Sep 25, 2008 5:24 PM:

" So many times an incident like this happens when an innocent person(s) are taken from there families because of a decision that an ignorant individual makes when he /she takes a drink and get behind the wheel.I feel that the justice system is too lieneant.Stiffer sentences, stiffer fines(Penitentary time-Hard Labor)The individual need to be made to pay for the funeral expences and made to attend the services.Our system is just to lieneant.Wake up Substance abusers.You won't stop until it affects your family.Think before you enter that vehicle with a drink.Madd continue the good work. "

jess wrote on Sep 25, 2008 4:09 PM:

" If people are so "unhappy" with the system, why aren't there more out there trying to fight it?? change the laws, etc... I've only seen 1 person stand up in the past 2 years over DWI's do something if you don't like it, OR it will keep happening! duh "

outraged at the system wrote on Sep 23, 2008 4:11 PM:

" I wonder how is it someone gets caught with marijuana and has if not the same, more of a bail but yet they continue to allow alchohol to be legal! I ask everyone HOW MANY TIMES DOES AN INNOCENT PERSON HAVE TO DIE BEFORE ALCOHOL IS ILLEGAL? You don't hear of people dying cause of weed, cocaine yes, cigs yes, alcohol YES, meth yes, prescription drugs yes,but never have I heard of someone who has OD'ed on weed or accident cause of weed. "

Southern Fried Brain wrote on Sep 23, 2008 4:06 PM:

" To ALL,

What bothers me, is the fact that a getaway driver, involved in a murder/robbery, only got a $10k bail!

Now THAT is wrong! "

To anonymous wrote on Sep 23, 2008 3:26 PM:

" Please, give me a break!!! I would think that the family of the man that was killed believes that their family member is a great person inside! That doesn't take away the fact that he made a very bad decision to drink and drive !!!
So Anonymous, answer this question. if a loved one of yours was killed by a drunk driver (that was a great person inside) would that make it ok????

And to JESS, YES, it is Tony Tyler... "

fyi wrote on Sep 23, 2008 2:56 PM:

" According to the article on the Louisiana State Police website,this is Tony's 1st offense. Tony is a very respectable young man, a father, oh and also serves as a member of the Louisiana National Guard. While I do think Tony is a great guy, my heart goes out the family of Mr. Coleman. I do believe that Tony should be held accountable for his actions. "

party pooper wrote on Sep 23, 2008 12:17 PM:

" But wait, this weekend we are extending the fais do-do so there will be more of these articles coming soon, because after all we just have to have our PAR-TAY!! "

Misit wrote on Sep 23, 2008 11:27 AM:

" I'm still wondering how many lives is it going to take for people to stand up and make the State of Louisiana instill harsher punishments for these crimes. "

gene wrote on Sep 23, 2008 10:28 AM:

" He was drinking and driving, innocent or not how does he get out of jail the next day for killing a innocent person. "

jess wrote on Sep 23, 2008 9:24 AM:

" where does it say forth DWI?? Did i miss something? Is this Tony Tyler? "

WOW wrote on Sep 23, 2008 8:05 AM:

" Fourth DUI. Wonder what he can do to get out of this one. "

Sam Washington wrote on Sep 23, 2008 12:14 AM:

" Poulette,
I share your concern regarding the recent accident at hwy 90 and interstate 49 (or should we say accident?). this happens almost every day(even here in Maryland, and it's not necessarily the intersections, but driver stupidity (alcohol,drugs and etc.
I pray that people will wake up,KATRINA and IKE appearently did not do.
Resectfully
Sam Washington
Landover,Maryland "

B.Bean wrote on Sep 22, 2008 10:50 PM:

" You didnt finish your sentence, poulette. It should read , we need to learn to stop drinking and driving! "

Anonymous wrote on Sep 22, 2008 9:15 PM:

" This is an accident and not intentionally doing wrong! He is a great person inside! "

John wrote on Sep 22, 2008 5:32 PM:

" How the bleep is bond is only $50,000.
He killed a man and was charged with first degree vehicular injury is out of jail the next day.
I know a principal that was arrested recently and his bond was higher than that.
I guess its all about who you know. "

Sad wrote on Sep 22, 2008 4:17 PM:

" Another life lost, For someone driving careless. Something needs to be done. "

Poulette wrote on Sep 22, 2008 3:09 PM:

" What an unfortunate accident. We must learn to stop, look and listen. I will be happy when Highway 90 is Interstate 49 and entering and exiting the highway is much safer. "

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