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Richmond: Tractor trailer overturns, causes delays and detours on Interstate 95

Crystal Graham
Richmond Virginia VSP
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A tractor trailer overturned early this morning on southbound Interstate 95 in Richmond, according to Virginia State Police.

The accident occurred on I-95 near exit 74C at 2:30 a.m. VSP troopers arrived to find the tractor trailer on its side.

Clean-up efforts and lane closures remain in effect.

According to police, the driver, 33-year-old Savanna Purdue of North Carolina, was traveling in the left lane en route back to N.C. when the load she was hauling shifted causing the tractor trailer to overturn.

She was not injured in the single-vehicle accident.

Purdue has been charged with reckless driving and improper passing.

The crash is under investigation.

 

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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