13.02.2014

Loader crane bridge bashing

A poorly stowed loader crane struck a pedestrian overpass in Doncaster, UK, on Tuesday causing it to collapse.

The trailer, owned by concrete block and paving manufacturer Plasmor, was travelling on the A630 into Doncaster when its loader crane, which was fitted with a brick/block grab, hit the overpass causing a large section of it to collapse across part of the road. The road was closed for the remainder of the day while the bridge and truck were removed.
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The driver was taken to a local hospital and treated for minor injuries

Fortunately no one was seriously injured in the incident although the driver was taken to a local hospital and treated for minor injuries. Local reports suggest the overpass was not in use and closed to the public.
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The trailer and collapsed overpass following the incident