BEDFORD HEIGHTS, OH — As reported by Cleveland 19 News, a semi-truck collided with an overpass on Rockside Road near I-480 in Bedford Heights on Friday afternoon, causing a temporary road closure and delays. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) conducted an inspection of the overpass and confirmed its structural integrity was unaffected.
The incident also involved a car that suffered front-end damage. According to Bedford Heights Police, the car’s driver experienced a medical emergency, leading to the crash. The driver was transported to a nearby hospital, though their condition is currently unknown. The truck driver, fortunately, did not sustain any injuries.
Crews temporarily blocked off the I-271 southbound exit ramp to Rockside Road to clear the scene and manage traffic.
