1 Injured in Semi-Truck Accident on Interstate 72 near Jacksonville

Police said a semi-trailer truck was heading west on the freeway when it slowed for traffic while heading towards a work zone. An SUV then crashed into the truck’s back.

Jacksonville Truck Accident
1 Hospitalized After Truck Accident on Interstate 72

Jacksonville, IL. – One person was hurt after a semi-truck accident on Monday morning in Jacksonville, according to the Illinois State Police.

The crash happened at around 9:00 a.m. on August 18, on Interstate 72.

Police said a semi-trailer truck was heading west on the freeway when it slowed for traffic while heading towards a work zone. An SUV then crashed into the truck’s back.

The SUV’s driver sustained injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment.

No additional information concerning this collision was provided.

An investigation is ongoing.

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