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Military vehicle flip causes traffic backup on I-44 near Pacific

The Missouri Department of Transportation did not release an estimated time for when the vehicle will be cleared.
Credit: MoDOT

PACIFIC, Mo. — Cars were at a temporary standstill on Interstate 44 near Pacific Friday afternoon after a military vehicle flipped on the roadway, the Missouri State Highway Patrol said.

Troopers confirmed no one was hurt in the flip, but did not release details on the events leading up to the incident. The vehicle has since been moved to the side of the road and all lanes have been reopened.

MoDOT did not release an estimated time for when the vehicle would be cleared from the roadway. Troopers said the National Guard was sending its own tow unit to retrieve the vehicle.

This is a developing story. 5 On Your Side will update this article with the latest details as they become available.

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