October 16, 2024

Trucker faces charges after highway overpass collision

Steve Smith

Trucker faces charges after highway overpass collision

A truck driver in British Columbia faced charges after a modular home he was transporting struck a highway overpass. The incident happened on October 11 around 2:30 p.m. in Abbotsford, causing debris to scatter across Highway 1 but fortunately no injuries.

Details: The driver was cited for driving without due care, linked to a fine and points on his license. Despite the crash, the overpass itself dodged significant damage.

Authorities report this is the 24th overpass hit in the region this year.
Transportation officials in B.C. have been increasing penalties for such incidents.

Ongoing issues: B.C. continues to see similar accidents, prompting crackdowns on drivers and trucking firms to protect infrastructure, reported CTV News.

Thankfully, this crash did not result in any injuries, and efforts are underway to prevent future strikes on overpasses.

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