Tractor-Trailer Crashes Near Rennerdale

Noblestown Road in Collier Township is closed after a tractor-trailer trying to make a sharp turn near Rennerdale crashed and became lodged on a guardrail.

Collier police said the driver apparently was lost and tried to make the “horseshoe bend” curve just past Nike Site Road.

Officers and emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at 5:43 a.m. Thursday.

It’s not known how long Noblestown between Nike Site and Baldwin roads will be closed. An orange “Road Closed Ahead” sign is blocking motorists from entering the area.

Police said they’re waiting for a large tow truck to come to the scene to remove the tractor-trailer from the guardrail. The driver was not injured in the crash.

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