Fremont Big-Rig Wreck Shuts Down Major Roadway

FREMONT (CBS SF) - A big-rig crash that occurred in Fremont Monday morning has shut down a major thoroughfare, police said.

The crash happened at about 10:45 a.m. when a big-rig hit a fence then drove into a ditch in the area of Fremont Boulevard and Delaware Drive, Fremont police said.

As of 1 p.m., crews were still working to remove the big-rig, and Fremont Boulevard was shut down in both directions, according to police. Southbound Delaware Drive is also closed.

Police said the removal would take several hours.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area.

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