An overturned semi caused traffic on U.S. 51 south of Clinton to slow down Friday morning.
Around 7 o'clock Friday morning, a semi hauling garbage overturned as it was attempting to turn from U.S. 51 into the Clinton Landfill. The crash was being investigated by the Illinois State Police, however it appears the semi attempted the turn too quick causing it to overturn.
Clinton Fire and DeWitt County EMS were called to the scene, however no injuries were immediately reported in the accident. The DeWitt County Sheriff's Department was also on scene to direct traffic.
A crane and other heavy equipment was called in to right the semi. Cleanup of the trash littering the roadside also took place.
