Four vehicles involved in crash on I-81 south in Barker
State police reported that four vehicles, including a tractor-trailer, were involved in a crash on Interstate 81 south in the Town of Barker on Aug. 19.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
Four vehicles were involved in a crash on Interstate 81 south in the Town of Barker on Aug. 19, according to New York State Police. The crash occurred in a work zone and briefly closed the interstate.
One occupant from each vehicle was taken to UHS Wilson Medical Center, with no life-threatening injuries reported. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation also found that the tractor-trailer had a fuel leak after the crash. The investigation was ongoing.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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