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Florida Truck Driver Found With No Valid CDL and Marijuana When His Semi Struck Train and Caused Derailment in Georgia 

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MONROE COUNTY, GEORGIA — A Florida truck driver was arrested early Wednesday morning after his semi-truck overturned and struck a train at a railroad crossing in Macon County, causing a train car to derail — and a subsequent investigation found he was driving without a valid commercial driver’s license and had marijuana in his possession.

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded at approximately 3 a.m. on May 6, 2026, to a reported overturned tractor-trailer on Highway 83 North at Berner Loop. The driver, Kheino Bennett, 44, of Riviera Beach, Florida, told deputies he saw the railroad crossing arm down with lights flashing and the approaching train but realized too late that he could not stop in time. He applied his brakes abruptly and steered to avoid the train. The maneuver caused the truck to overturn and strike one of the train’s cargo cars.

Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia

Preliminary investigation indicates the impact caused a train car to derail, bringing the train to a stop in the area of Juliette Road and McCrackin Street.

During the investigation, deputies found Bennett was operating the commercial motor vehicle without a valid license or driving privileges. He was also found in possession of less than an ounce of marijuana and drug-related objects.

Bennett was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana, possession of drug-related objects, and operation of a commercial motor vehicle without a valid license or driving privileges.

Highway 83 North at Berner Loop has since reopened. Juliette Road at McCrackin Street remains closed and is expected to remain closed for a lengthy period of time. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes.

All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Semi Driver Who Died in Cincinnati’s Fiery I-71 Crash Identified as Marvin ‘Big Marv’ Poole, Father of Five — Good Samaritans Fought Desperately to Save Him Until Flames Made It Impossible

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CINCINNATI, OHIO — The semi-truck driver who died Sunday evening after his truck crashed into a wall and caught fire on Fort Washington Way near the Lytle Tunnel has been identified by his family as Marvin Poole, known to loved ones as “Big Marv.” He leaves behind five children.

New dashcam footage obtained from a driver who was directly behind the truck shows the moments leading up to the crash and the desperate rescue attempt that followed.

truck crashed into a wall and caught fire

What the Dashcam Shows

Randall Ross was driving behind the semi on northbound Fort Washington Way when the truck began to veer onto the shoulder, crossed into the left lane, struck the guardrail, then crossed back to the right and slammed into a concrete wall — sending sparks flying before coming to a violent stop under I-471. Ross immediately ran out of his vehicle and onto the interstate to try to help.

Ross said Poole was already unconscious when he reached the truck. He jumped up and pulled on the door as other Good Samaritans stopped to help. Multiple people reached through the window in a desperate attempt to free the driver. But the growing flames made rescue impossible. Poole had become tangled in his seatbelt. Ross said after several minutes, the group realized they had done all they could. They stepped back and watched helplessly as the flames grew. Ross said he required medical attention following his efforts. He provided all four dashcam videos to investigators.

Poole’s mother wrote on social media: “Thank you all for trying to save my son. So heartbroken.” His brother expressed gratitude for the rescuers on his personal page. “My family and I are incredibly thankful for your courageous act; there are no words to fully convey our appreciation,” he wrote.

truck crashed into a wall and caught fire

Family Tributes

Poole’s brother Lloyd wrote: “My mother just broke the news and I was waiting for her to acknowledge that we lost my brother Marvin Poole today. And it sucks so bad — I was all hyped up to celebrate my birthday coming up in 5 days and now I’ll never be able to celebrate it fully again. I didn’t always get along with Big Maav, but I always loved Marvin. My heart so heavy. Rest in power to my brother Marvin. Your legacy lives on in your 5 children and everyone whose life you impacted. I’m hurting knowing what you went through. I love you Marv.”

The mother of one of Poole’s children also posted: “I really can’t believe that you’re gone. I know we never saw eye to eye. But this feels so unreal. Thank you for giving me our son and I’m going to continue to do my best to raise our boy into a respectful man. Sleep in peace, Big Marv.”

Background

The crash occurred at approximately 6:51 p.m. on Sunday on northbound I-71 near the Lytle Tunnel entrance, not far from Heritage Bank Center. The truck struck a barrier wall, caught fire, and trapped Poole inside the cab. Cincinnati Fire Department crews arrived approximately six minutes after the crash — longer than typical due to the difficult location. Smoke and flames were visible from miles away. Despite the severity of the fire, ODOT confirmed no structural damage to the overpass or roadway. I-71 and U.S. 50 have since reopened. The crash remains under investigation by Cincinnati Police.

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Massachusetts Man Sentenced to 23 Months After Feeding CLP Exam Answers Through Bluetooth Earpiece Hidden Under RMV Headphones — Charged $3,000 for the Service

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS — A Roxbury man was sentenced on May 1, 2026 to time served — approximately 23 months — for helping an individual fraudulently  by feeding answers through a Bluetooth earpiece hidden under exam headphones.

Frank Castro, 53, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Angel Kelley. He had been convicted in January 2025 of unlawful production of an identification document following a federal grand jury indictment in April 2024.

How the Scheme Worked

On October 18, 2021, Castro told an undercover agent he could help him obtain a Massachusetts CLP for $3,000. On December 10, Castro explained the method — the agent would smuggle a Bluetooth device into the testing area at a Massachusetts RMV, place it in his ear, and cover it with the headphones provided during the exam. Castro would listen to the audio questions through the connected device and feed the correct answers in real time.

On December 22, 2021, the undercover agent deposited $3,000 into Castro’s bank account and proceeded to the Danvers RMV to take the exam. The plan worked as described — Castro listened to the questions and provided answers through the Bluetooth connection. The undercover agent passed the exam and received a valid Massachusetts CLP.

In Massachusetts, a CLP is required before a driver can obtain a full commercial driver’s license.

The case was investigated by Homeland Security Investigations and the U.S. Department of Transportation Office of Inspector General. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Lauren Maynard and David G. Tobin of the Criminal Division prosecuted the case.

All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Worker Repairing Disabled Rig on I-5 Shoulder Killed After Another Truck Swerves and Strikes Both Them and the Semi

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Truck Swerves and Strikes Both

ACAMPO, CALIFORNIA — A person was killed Tuesday morning on northbound Interstate 5 north of Peltier Road after a semi-truck swerved and struck both the individual and a disabled big rig that was pulled over on the shoulder.

According to the California Highway Patrol Stockton office, the person was outside the disabled semi-truck working on it along the shoulder when another semi-truck swerved for reasons still under investigation and struck both the person and the disabled rig. The person was pronounced dead at the scene. Their identity has not been released.

The number two lane on northbound I-5 north of Peltier Road remained closed Tuesday morning while officers conducted their on-scene investigation. Drivers were advised to expect delays in the area. All details are preliminary and subject to change as the investigation continues.

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Utah and Wyoming Troopers Partner on I-80 Border Detail Targeting Port of Entry Bypass — 153 Violations and 25 Out-of-Service Orders in 34 Inspections, Including Cracked Frame on Loaded Construction Trailer

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Utah and Wyoming Troopers Partner on I-80 Border Detail

UTAH/WYOMING BORDER — Troopers from the Wyoming Highway Patrol and Utah Highway Patrol joined forces with USDOT agents on April 29, 2026, for a four-hour commercial vehicle enforcement detail on I-80 at the Utah/Wyoming border, uncovering 153 violations across 34 inspections including a cracked frame on a trailer loaded with construction supplies.

Utah and Wyoming Troopers Partner on I-80 Border Detail

The operation targeted commercial vehicle safety violations and specifically focused on trucks bypassing the Evanston and Echo Ports of Entry. The detail produced the following results:

• 34 CMV Inspections Conducted
• 153 Total Violations Found
• 15 Vehicles Placed Out of Service
• 10 Drivers Placed Out of Service

Utah and Wyoming Troopers Partner on I-80 Border Detail

Among the most serious finds, one inspector discovered a cracked frame on a trailer that was actively hauling construction supplies — a critical structural defect that posed significant safety risks.

“We have great appreciation for the assistance given by our allied agencies in keeping Interstate 80 safe for all travelers,” Wyoming Highway Patrol said.

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18-Wheeler Crash Shut Down All Northbound I-49 Lanes in Caddo Parish Overnight

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CADDO PARISH, LOUISIANA — All northbound lanes of Interstate 49 near Highway 530 are closed following a crash involving an 18-wheeler that is completely blocking the roadway, the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office said.

Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office

Deputies assigned to the night shift responded to the crash. Emergency responders remain on scene as cleanup efforts continue. Northbound traffic is being diverted off I-49 at LA 530 (Exit 228). Motorists can use the exit and immediately re-enter the interstate using the entrance ramp to continue northbound travel.

Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office

Cleanup operations are expected to continue until at least 8:00 a.m., though delays may extend beyond that time depending on conditions at the scene. Motorists are urged to use caution, follow all posted detours, and consider alternate routes if possible.

Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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Multiple Concerned Citizens Call Police to Check on ‘Man Standing in Semi Trailer’ — Turns Out to Be a Decal on a Kohl’s Wholesale Truck

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Multiple Concerned Citizens Call Police to Check on 'Man Standing in Semi Trailer'

MACON, MISSOURI — Macon Police officers responded to multiple concerned citizen calls on May 3, 2026, about a man who appeared to be standing in the back of a semi-trailer for an unusually long period of time. The man turned out to be a decal on the rear door of a Kohl’s Wholesale trailer.

“We received calls to check the wellbeing of a man standing in the back of a semi trailer for a long period of time today,” the Macon Police Department said in a social media post. “Officers responded and have confirmed this is not an actual person, but a decal on the rear door of a Kohl’s Wholesale trailer. If you see this, please know it has been checked out!”

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Community GoFundMe Raises $73,000 for Family of Alejandro Gonzalez, Cuban Truck Driver Found Dead in Georgia After Hijacking

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FLORIDA — Nearly $73,000 has been raised for the family of Alejandro Jacomino Gonzalez, the 41-year-old Cuban truck driver who was found dead in Georgia after disappearing from a Florida rest area in what the FBI investigated as a suspected hijacking.

A GoFundMe page written in Spanish describes Gonzalez as a great worker, father, husband, and important contributor to his family and community. As of Monday, May 4, the page had received 587 donations totaling $73,231 toward a $110,000 goal.

Gonzalez was last seen on April 17 at the Brevard County Rest Area on I-95 South near Grant-Valkaria, Florida, while transporting vehicles from the Port of Brunswick, Georgia to Miami. The FBI issued a missing person alert on April 24. On April 28, Gonzalez’s family said the FBI informed his wife that his body had been found in Georgia. The FBI has not issued an official statement confirming the death.

Donations can be made through the GoFundMe page at gofundme.com/f/apoyo-para-la-familia-de-alejandro-gonzalez.

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250-Pound Mineral Tub Falls Off Pickup on I-80 in Nebraska, Forcing Two Semi-Trucks Off Road — Owner Tracked Down and Cited for Unsecured Load

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NEBRASKA — A 250-pound mineral tub that fell off a pickup truck onto Interstate 80 last week forced two semi-truck drivers off the road to avoid a collision, Nebraska State Patrol said on May 3.

Nebraska State Patrol

The tub was one of several loaded in the bed of the pickup when it became unsecured and landed in the middle of the interstate. Both semi-truck drivers were forced off the road to avoid striking it. No injuries were reported.

Nebraska State Patrol

Troopers tracked down the owner of the pickup through investigative work and issued a citation for failure to secure the load.

NSP used the incident as a reminder to all drivers. “Whatever you’re hauling, always make sure it’s secured properly,” troopers said.

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New Hampshire Troopers Arrest Maine Truck Driver for DUI, Drug Possession, and Six Other Charges After Tractor-Trailer Takes Out 200 Feet of I-89 Guardrail

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BOW, NEW HAMPSHIRE — A Maine truck driver faces multiple charges including DUI and drug possession after his tractor-trailer destroyed approximately 200 feet of guardrail on southbound Interstate 89 early Sunday morning, closing multiple lanes for five hours.

New Hampshire State Police Troop D responded just after 2:30 a.m. on May 3, 2026, to a reported crash on I-89 South at mile marker 0.6 after 911 callers reported a tractor-trailer had gone off the road into the median. Troopers arrived to find a blue and white 1996 Ford LTL pulling a white 2001 utility box trailer had struck and damaged approximately 200 feet of guardrail before coming to a stop. No injuries were reported.

New Hampshire State Police

The driver, identified as Michael Tibbetts, 45, of Berwick, Maine, was the sole occupant. An on-scene investigation determined impairment was a factor. Tibbetts was arrested and faces the following charges: DUI, possession of a controlled drug, transporting drugs in a motor vehicle, negligent driving, misuse of plates, operating an unregistered vehicle, and a lane control violation.

Tibbetts was released on personal recognizance. He is scheduled to appear in Concord District Court on May 29, 2026, at 8:15 a.m.

Multiple lanes of I-89 South in Bow remained closed for approximately five hours until the tractor-trailer was removed. New Hampshire Department of Transportation assisted at the scene.

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