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Tractor Trailer Accident Slows Traffic On I-68

June 7th, 2016 by WCBC Radio

On June 6th, 2016 at approximately 1615 hours, Troopers from the Maryland State Police Cumberland Barracks responded to West Bound I68 at the 64 MM, prior to MV Smith Rd for a report of a single vehicle accident, a tractor trailer laying on its passenger side against the slow lane shoulder guardrail.  The vehicle also had leaked diesel fuel from a ruptured fuel tank. The tractor truck driver, Denver Bennett was issued a citations for negligent driving. 

   SHA assisted with a temporary road closure while the vehicle was removed.  Allegany County Hazmat Team, Flintstone Ambulance and Fire crews responded to the scene to assist.

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