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Tractor-trailer crash limits traffic to one lane on I-295 North in Mercer County

Officials say the driver apparently lost control of the truck overnight, struck a guardrail and came to a stop near mile marker 66.

Tony Caputo

Aug 17, 2026, 5:37 AM

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A tractor-trailer crash is causing traffic delays on I-295 North in Lawrence Township early Thursday morning.

Officials say the driver apparently lost control of the truck overnight, struck a guardrail and came to a stop near mile marker 66.

As of 5:25 a.m., only one lane of traffic was open to motorists.

New Jersey State Police remained at the scene Thursday morning.

There were no immediate reports of serious injuries, although authorities had not yet released an update.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Heavy rainfall moved through parts of the area overnight, but officials have not said whether weather played a role in the crash.

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