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Tractor-trailer driver crashes into overpass, dies on Interstate 79

FRANKLIN PARK, Pa. — An early-morning accident forced the closure of several lanes of Interstate 79 in Allegheny County.

A tractor-trailer struck a bridge abutment shortly before 1 a.m. Friday.

The driver died. He was identified as 46-year-old Gregory Baker of Monroeville.

One northbound lane and one southbound lane were closed near the Rochester Road overpass in Franklin Park.

Crews were able to clear the accident shortly before 6 a.m.