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

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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.

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

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