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Yahoo
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Cement truck driver killed in Lehi after striking overpass
LEHI, Utah () — A commercial driver operating a cement form truck with a mounted crane on the back died after colliding with an overpass in Lehi. According to Lehi Police Department officials, units responded to the single vehicle crash on 2100 North near 2300 West around 9:30 a.m. on Sunday. Preliminary investigations indicate that the truck's crane arm was extended upright as it struck an overpass, causing the vehicle to lose control and roll. Man hit by truck, killed crossing I-80 in Summit County The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. No other vehicles were involved, and no additional injuries have been reported, Lehi PD says. Eastbound 2100 North from 2300 West remains closed as crews continue to work to clear the scene. Drivers are encouraged to avoid the area and use alternate routes. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
CTV News
28-07-2025
- CTV News
Driver charged for improper fuel transport: OPP
A commercial driver was charged after provincial police say his violation of several safety requirements posed a 'significant' safety risk while transporting fuel through Wasaga Beach Sunday evening. According to Huronia West OPP, officers stopped the vehicle just after 7 p.m. that evening. Police say his vehicle was displaying dealer plates and the fuel containers were neither capped nor secured properly. The 41-year-old driver from Keswick was charged with multiple offences under the Dangerous Goods Transportation Act and Highway Traffic Act. His charges included displaying improper plates, failing to display safety marks, failing to secure a load, failing to produce a shipping document and transporting dangerous goods while untrained. 'The OPP reminds all commercial operators of their responsibility to ensure the safe and lawful transport of hazardous materials,' said an OPP spokesperson in a news release. 'Unsafe practices not only endanger the driver but also pose risks to the public and the environment.'
