Monongalia Co., WV (October 25, 2023) – One person was hospitalized as a result of an automobile accident that took place in Monongalia County on Tuesday afternoon.
On October 24, the Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office was requested at the scene of an automobile collision on Interstate 68.
MCSO reports indicate that a collision took place on the westbound side of Interstate 68 during the afternoon hours. A Peterbilt truck was hauling gravel on the roadway when it became involved in an automobile accident. As a result of the crash, the vehicle overturned near mile marker 10, spilling gravel all over the roadway, which struck two other vehicles that were traveling on the eastbound side of the road.
One person sustained injuries due to the crash. The victim was transported to a local hospital.
The Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating.
We hope the injured victim recovers quickly.
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