Train collides with truck carrying military vehicle in Goose Creek

GOOSE CREEK, S.C. (WCBD) – An 18-wheeler carrying a military vehicle was struck by a train Thursday afternoon at a Goose Creek railroad crossing.

Officials with the Goose Creek Police Department said they received a call about an 18-wheeler versus train crash on N Goose Creek Boulevard and Liberty Hall Road around 12:30 p.m.

Police said the truck with what was referred to as a “low boy” trailer was carrying a military vehicle when it got stuck while attempting to drive over the train crossing. An oncoming train then smashed into the vehicle and damaged the crossing.

The military vehicle is an M109 Paladin Howitzer, according to someone familiar with the type of vehicle.

There were no reports of injuries. The driver refused treatment.

The roadway is currently closed.