Semi-truck accident injuries one person on Interstate 15 near the boundary of Salt Lake and Utah Counties
Modified Date:
Sat, 10/10/2015 - 5:21pmAccident Date:
Tuesday, May 12, 2015Semi-truck crash grinds I-15 traffic to a halt
Traffic was directed off the interstate an exit before the scene at Thanksgiving Point, causing major slowing for those heading north on Utah's main traffic artery in that direction.
A semi-truck traveling south on Interstate 15 struck a barrier, crossed the median and crashed into northbound traffic near the boundary of Salt Lake and Utah Counties. The truck collided head-on with one car but with only one serious injury reported. The injured viticm, who was not identified, was in serious condition but not life threatening.
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Type: Truck Accident
Roadway:
Interstate 15City:
Salt Lake City, UTCounty:
Salt Lake County, UTArea:
Salt Lake City, UT
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