Semi Catches Fire On Interstate 74 Near St. Leon

The incident caused a traffic backup on Saturday afternoon.

Photo by Indiana State Police.

(St. Leon, Ind.) - Troopers responded to a vehicle fire in Dearborn County on Saturday afternoon. 

According to Indiana State Police Sgt. Stephen Wheeles, a semi caught fire on Interstate 74 westbound near St. Leon around 2:46 p.m.

Traffic was slowed for about two hours, backing up towards the Indiana and Ohio state line.

No injuries were reported.

 

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