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Tractor Trailer Loaded With 15 Cows Overturns In Delaware

NEW CASTLE, De. (CBS) -- Delaware State Police are investigating a crash that involved an overturned tractor trailer carrying 15 cows.

Authorities say the crash happened around 9:30 p.m. Monday.

Police say it was a single vehicle accident on I-295 northbound under DE Rt. 141 in New Castle.

The driver was identified by police as 32-year-old Travis Clark.

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Authorities say Clark was properly restrained and not hurt in the crash, and the cows were removed by a pet removal company.

Clark was cited by troopers with Operating an Improperly Loaded Vehicle.

Police say the ramp from DE Rt. 141 southbound to I-295 eastbound was closed for approximately 6.5 hours as the crash was investigated and cleared.

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