A semitruck rollover closed State Route 238 just west of town this afternoon. 

State troopers blocked off SR 238 west of North Tijeras Road. The semitruck rolled over across the roadway, blocking both directions. A large amount of garbage spilled out of the truck and filled the road. 

Eastbound drivers were backed up about a mile as of 1:30 p.m. Many people were seen pulling U-turns and driving offroad to avoid the spillage. 

“No injuries reported but it is blocking the roadway,” said DPS spokesperson Bart Graves. “Troopers are awaiting the arrival of a heavy-duty tow truck.”

 

This is a breaking story. It will be updated when more information is available. 

Brian Petersheim Jr., Reporter
Brian Petersheim Jr., Reporter
Brian became part of the InMaricopa team in October 2020, starting as a multimedia intern with a focus on various multimedia tasks. His responsibilities included file organization and capturing photos of events and incidents. After graduating from Maricopa High School in the class of 2021, his internship seamlessly transitioned into a full-fledged job. Initially serving as a dedicated photographer, Brian's role evolved in October 2021 when he took on a new beat as a writer. He is currently pursuing his studies at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Brian's primary focus lies in covering public safety-related stories. In his free time, Brian finds joy in spending quality time with his family and embarking on adventures to explore the landscapes around him.
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