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Aug-07-2006 17:28 ![]() ![]() Crash Leads to Power Outage and Grass Fire Near SutherlinSalem-News.com
(ROSEBURG) - State troopers say the driver of a pickup attempting to retrieve a CD lost control Monday afternoon and crashed into a power pole, leading to the closure of Interstate 5 and a power outage in the Sutherlin area. Oregon State Police cited the driver for Careless Driving. Around 12:45 PM Monday, a 2003 Ford pickup driven by 21-year old Derek G. Matthews of Roseburg, was northbound on Interstate 5 near milepost 131 when he reportedly was retrieving a CD from the passenger floorboard. The pickup left the roadway and went up and over a 20 foot embankment on the right shoulder prior to crashing into a large power pole. The pole was sheared off at the bottom.
Police say a passing truck hit one of the sagging lines over Interstate 5, causing it to snap and travel across the entire freeway and land on the southbound hillside. As a result of the crash, power was reportedly disrupted from Roseburg to Sutherlin, and Pacific Power & Light crews are working to restore power and repair the downed lines. Questions regarding the power outage should be directed to PP&L.
Matthews was possibly injured but declined transport for treatment. OSP troopers from the Roseburg Area Command office investigated the crash. Trooper Kevin Van Atta subsequently cited Matthews for Careless Driving. Assistance at the scene was provided by Douglas County Sheriff's Office, Roseburg Police, Sutherlin Police, ODOT, Douglas County Fire Dept., and West Ambulance. Articles for August 6, 2006 | Articles for August 7, 2006 | Articles for August 8, 2006 | Support Salem-News.com: ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | |
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