Video shows a semitruck crash through a concrete overpass barrier @WVLTTV

Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

Video shows a semitruck crash through a concrete overpass barrier. The cab of the truck was left dangling over Interstate 71 for hours. Officials say the driver reported a brake failure. Two people were taken to the hospital but are expected to be okay.

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