Slidell, LA - A motorcyclist in Slidell miraculously survived a crash with an 18-wheeler on Friday, Aug. 7, 2015. Slidell police said the crash occurred at Gause Boulevard West and Carnation Street. The motorcycle had stopped, and the 18-wheeler made a right turn onto Carnation, plowing into it. The 18-wheeler was booked with DWI and other charges,