An 18-wheeler flips over a barrier on the US-75 overpass near Fairview, killing the driver.
An 18-wheeler flips over a barrier on the US-75 overpass near Fairview, killing the driver.
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FAIRVIEW, TX – A massive truck crashed over a bridge at the Allen-Fairview boundary, prompting emergency services to hurry to the site.
Around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, flames and smoke could be seen near the Allen Premium Outlets, which are located just off the northbound lanes of Highway 75 near Stacy Road.
According to Allen police, the 18-wheeler collided with another vehicle, forcing it to crash into the right concrete walls. The tractor-trailer flipped over the overpass and landed on the service road below, catching fire.
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According to Fairview police, the 18-wheeler driver died in the incident.
The second vehicle's driver was not hurt.
There looked to be letters among the rubble.
At this moment, the victim's identity has not been disclosed.
The service road between Cabela's Drive and Stacy Rd is also closed.
From @Allen_Police: Major Crash on US 75 at Stacy Road. Expect delays in all directions for the remainder of the evening and into tonight. Seek alternate routes. The east service road from Cabela’s Drive to Stacy Rd will be shut down.
— City of Allen (@CityofAllenTX) September 20, 2022