Troopers investigate train vs. tractor-trailer crash

Troopers were called to Penola Road near Polecat Lane on Oct. 28 shortly after 3 p.m.
Troopers were called to Penola Road near Polecat Lane on Oct. 28 shortly after 3 p.m.(Virginia State Police)
Published: Oct. 28, 2021 at 5:19 PM EDT
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CAROLINE Co., Va. (WWBT) - Virginia State Police are investigating a crash involving a train and tractor-trailer.

Troopers were called to Penola Road near Polecat Lane on Oct. 28 shortly after 3 p.m.

Police said a tractor-trailer headed north for stuck crossing the railroad tracks. The tractor-trailer driver got out before the train approached.

The tractor-trailer was then his by a train that was headed east.

Troopers were called to Penola Road near Polecat Lane on Oct. 28 shortly after 3 p.m.
Troopers were called to Penola Road near Polecat Lane on Oct. 28 shortly after 3 p.m.(Virginia State Police)

The train did not derail.

No train personnel reported being injured.

VDOT said the roadway has reopened.

The investigation continues.

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