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Truck hits roof of Massey Tunnel

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 12 Jan, 2024 11:11 AM
  • Truck hits roof of Massey Tunnel

Mounties in Richmond are investigating after a witness said she saw a truck hit the roof of the Massey Tunnel Wednesday night.

Police say the witness told them she was driving behind the truck when it hit and came to a stop inside of the tunnel before continuing through.

Officers believe they have identified the trailer involved and are asking the driver to contact them.

More than 30 commercial vehicles have struck overpasses in B-C in the last two years.

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