A tragic accident occurred early Wednesday morning when a semi-truck overturned on I-80/94 in Gary, Indiana. The incident took place around 2:30 a.m. and has resulted in the tragic death of a passenger in the vehicle that the truck fell on.
Details of the Incident
According to reports from Indiana State Police, the crash involved a semi-truck rolling over onto a passenger car in the westbound lanes of I-80/94 near Grant Street. Eyewitnesses describe the scene as chaotic, with emergency responders quickly arriving to assist.
Casualties and Injuries
- Fatalities: 1 passenger died in the accident.
- Injuries: The drivers of both the truck and the passenger vehicle sustained minor, non-life-threatening injuries.
Traffic Impact
The accident has caused significant disruptions on the highway. As a result, three westbound lanes are currently blocked while authorities conduct their investigation. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes to avoid delays.
For real-time traffic updates and further developments regarding this incident, visitors can check the live traffic map available on El-Balad.
Further details surrounding the crash will be released as the investigation continues. The community remains in shock over the event, highlighting the need for safety measures on busy highways.
