March 22, 2025

Semi truck loses metal load in Virginia crash, minor injuries

Steve Smith

Semi truck loses metal load in Virginia crash, minor injuries

A multi-vehicle crash occurred in Bedford, Virginia, after a semi truck lost its load of metal rolls on Thursday, March 20.

The scene: The accident happened around 3 p.m. at Shiloh Church and 460 intersection. Firefighters discovered thousands of pounds of metal that had fallen off the trailer, impacting several vehicles.

Thankfully, only minor injuries were reported despite the heavy load.
Authorities quickly responded to clear the scene and investigate how the load was lost.

What's next: Any further investigation into the incident will focus on how the load securing was handled, which is crucial for safety.

Despite the chaos, no serious injuries were reported, and all involved were able to walk away safely.

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