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Tractor-Trailer Overturns, Spills Scrap Metal Across I-95 In Mercer County

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, NJ (CBS) -- Crews are responding to a serious accident in Lawrence Township, Mercer County.

Authorities say tractor-trailer carrying scrap metal overturned around 9 a.m. Thursday on I-95 northbound at Exit 7.

The metal was scattered across the highway, causing major traffic delays.

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CBS 3 is told the driver was taken to the hospital.

No other vehicles were involved.

Chopper 3 over the scene showed traffic backed up for miles.

Crews have since pushed the metal to the side and are expected to open two lanes momentarily.

Stay with CBSPhilly.com for the latest on this developing story. 

 

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