Log Truck Driver Killed In Itawamba County Crash

ITAWAMBA COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – A log truck driver died in Itawamba County after his truck ran off the road, overturned, and caught on fire.

Mississippi Highway Patrol Spokesman Trooper Ray Hall said the load of logs landed on top of the cab of the big rig.

The crash happened on Highway 178 at State Line Road, about 2 P.M. Tuesday.

The unidentified driver died at the scene.

State troopers are investigating the cause of the accident.

As of 4 P.M. Tuesday, the road was expected to be shut down for several more hours as crews worked to clear the scene.