Crash involving overturned 18-wheeler blocks traffic in Midlothian
MIDLOTHIAN, TX – Motorists experienced delays along the highway in Midlothian Saturday morning following an accident involving an overturned semi, reports DFW Scanner.
Traffic Alert (Midlothian) All lanes of northbound 287 are closed at 9th Street due to clean up of an overturned 18-wheeler. Major delays in this area. pic.twitter.com/DGRIKQ2dKS
— DFW Scanner (@DFWscanner) May 11, 2024
The incident happened sometime before 10:03 a.m. on the northbound side of Highway 287 at South 9th Street, which is just west of Midlothian ISD Multi-Purpose Stadium.
Police say that the 18-wheeler overturned along the highway. It’s not yet clear what caused the accident, if other vehicles were involved, or if anyone was hurt.
Officials closed the northbound side of the highway near 9th Street while crews gathered evidence and worked to clear the scene.
A full investigation is underway. Our team of news bloggers will post updates if we learn more.
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