DALLAS, Tex. (DDN) – At approximately 1:30 in the am on Sunday, a semi-truck driver was attempting to avoid a collision on Interstate 20 at Highway 310 when he veered off the lane, crossed the guardrail, and then fell onto the roadway below. In the collision, the semi-truck caught fire, and the driver was killed in the accident.
The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office deputies have stated that they believe the semi-truck diverted off the highway in order to avoid a collision that was already occurring in that region. The truck was traveling in an easterly direction.
Following the collision with the guardrail, the semi-truck came to rest on a trailer that was parked beneath the bridge.
There was a fire in the semi after the crash. According to the deputies, the driver passed away as a result of the collision.
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It is currently being investigated by emergency personnel to see whether any further people were hurt.
The length of time that the roadways will be closed is still unknown at this time.
There has been no public disclosure of the identities of anyone involved. Regarding the initial crash that occurred in that region, there has been no information made public.
Reference: Fatal fiery crash on I-20 after semi goes over bridge
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