Jackknifed Semi Shuts Down I-275 Eastbound Near Petersburg

The accident was first reported around 7:57 a.m.

(Petersburg, Ky.) – Traffic is stopped on Interstate 275 after a semi accident.

The accident was reported on Interstate 275 eastbound just past the Petersburg exit around 7:57 a.m.

A jack-knifed semi is blocking all lanes.

Traffic is backed up past the Carroll Cropper Bridge near the Lawrenceburg/Greendale exit.

Motorists are advised to use an alternative route, if possible.   

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