Truck driver Jackie Becker, 57, killed in collision with bridge support on Interstate 555 in Jonesboro, Arkansas
Modified Date:
Tue, 06/27/2017 - 4:30pmAccident Date:
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Truck Driver Dies in Jonesboro Accident That Damaged Overpass
It was reported earlier that there were "injuries" in this crash and Jonesboro Police confirmed there were at least three explosions. There's no word yet on any other victims.
Repairs to damaged bridge will take several months to fix, officials say
Police stated Becker was driving north on the interstate when the rig struck a bridge support for the overpass. JPD Public Information Specialist Paul Holmes tells Region 8 News the driver took a direct hit to the concrete bridge support.
Type: Truck Accident
People Involved:
Jackie Becker
Roadway:
Interstate 555City:
Jonesboro, ARCounty:
Craighead County, ARArea:
Jonesboro, AR
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