West Virginia

One Person Injured in Accident at I-77 in Chelyan, WV

Published on: April 4, 2023

Date of Accident
April 3, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-77, Chelyan, WV

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that injured a person at I-77 in Chelyan, WV on April 3rd, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 11 p.m. Investigators say a large steel beam being hauled by a tractor-trailer fell from the truck under unclear circumstances and struck a nearby vehicle. One individual in the vehicle was hospitalized with minor injuries. Additional information has not been made available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
West Virginia State Police
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer, Passenger Car
Road/Highway
I-77
Injuries Sustained

Minor injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer lost cargo which struck a vehicle

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