On the morning of October 20, a semi truck hauled a stolen excavator into the I-94 overpass in Detroit, causing quite a scene.
What happened: The accident unfolded around 10 a.m. when the flatbed carrying the excavator struck the bridge.
- The collision dislodged the equipment, which ended up on the roadway, causing a mess with leaking fuel and hydraulic fluids.
- Surprisingly, no injuries were reported, despite the hazardous liquid spills.
The aftermath: The driver of the semi didn't stick around, leaving law enforcement to chase a cold trail.
- Troopers discovered that the excavator had been stolen from a construction site in Detroit just prior to the incident.
Structural impact: Fortunately, the damage to the overpass was deemed "superficial" by officials, meaning full bridge repairs aren't necessary.
Currently, Michigan State Police are investigating to locate the truck and driver, reported Michigan State Police on Twitter. The circumstances surrounding the theft and subsequent accident remain uncertain.