Large machinery fails to clear overpass

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Daingerfield Volunteer Fire Department Chief Jimmy Cornelius checks the damage at the accident scene  where an 18-wheeler’s load did not clear the overpass.

By Marlene J. Bohr
mbohr@steelcountrybee.com

 A large machine carried on a fifth wheel flatbed trailer was pulled by a 2006 Peterbilt when it slammed into the Highway 11/49 overpass on William-Watson Boulvard Feb. 18. The truck was driven by Larry Bullard, 48, of Mount Pleasant, according to Daingerfield Police Chief Tracey Climer.
“Mr. Bullard was issued three citations,” Chief Climer said. “Citations included striking a fixed object, over-height load, and no trailer registration.
“Surratt Kennington Wrecker Service was notified and assisted. Kansas City Southern was also notified due to damage to the bridge.”
The Daingerfield Volunteer Fire Department also responded to the  scene.

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