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Semi-truck blocks US-1 in Martin County after unsafe U-turn

Semi-tractor trailer blocking the road after making an unsafe u-turn
Martin County Sheriff's Office
Traffic is blocked on Us-1 at Osprey after a semi-tractor trailer did an unsafe u-turn

MARTIN COUNTY — Southbound U.S. 1 at Osprey Avenue was closed Thursday after a semi-tractor trailer hauling vehicles became disabled while attempting an unsafe U-turn, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies said the truck blocked the roadway, and southbound lanes were expected to remain closed for at least one hour. Drivers were advised to expect delays and use alternate routes.

The driver was cited for making an unsafe U-turn, the sheriff’s office said.