COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — A man has been cited after a semi-truck with a crane hit an overpass on southbound I-25 near the MLK Bypass, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD).
It happened around 1:30 p.m. Monday.
SB I-25 AT HY-24 bypass injury traffic accident blocking the #2 and #3 lanes . A semi truck with a crane hit the overpass. Traffic is congested in the area. Avoid the area if possible, expect delays.
— CSPD Communications (@CSPDComCenter) September 22, 2025
According to CSPD, the driver, Miguel Hernandez Rivera, did not stop. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) showed up on the scene to make sure the bridge was safe. They say it has minor damage.
The semi also hit an electric sign board, causing damage, according to CSPD.
Around 3:30 p.m., CSPD says the Stratmoor Hills Fire Department spotted the semi in the area of Venetucci Boulevard and Sam's Heights.
CSPD says the damage to the crane caused it to leak fluids, and Hazmat responded to make sure the scene was safe.
Hernandez Rivera was cited for the following:
- careless driving, oversized loads
- hit and run charges
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