John R Road closed in Troy after dump truck snags power line

Utility pole damaged near Long Lake Road

Crews work to repair a utility pole after a crash on John R Road in Troy on May 29, 2019. (WDIV)

TROY, Mich. – John R Road is closed at Long Lake Road in Troy after a dump truck snagged a power line, according to officials.

The impact damaged a nearby utility pole just north of Long Lake Road, officials said.

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DTE Energy crews are working to assess the issue. Drivers should use an alternate route until the scene is cleared.

The incident happened in the John R Road construction zone, and police are directing traffic away from the area, according to officials.

Authorities expect repairs to last through the evening.


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