A deadly construction accident has shut down a road near Petersen Events Center in Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood.
Pitt Police said there are traffic disruptions on Desoto Street between Sutherland Drive and O’Hara Street.
A massive construction cylinder is seen in the middle of the road resting against a pickup truck.
Police are asking the public to avoid the area or allow extra time for traffic.
There are traffic disruptions on Desoto Street between Sutherland Drive and O’Hara Street due to an accident. Please avoid the area or allow extra time for travel. pic.twitter.com/308hHK423g
— Pitt Police (@PittPolice) May 3, 2024
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