Driver's Identity Released in I-40 Crash, Repairs Continue

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Reported by: Hubert Tate

Email: htate@fox16.com

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Updated: 3/09 7:54 pm

Published: 3/09 5:06 pm

LITTLE ROCK, AR -- 55-year-old Ahmed Salahuddin, of Maryland, is the person Arkansas crash investigators say collided with an Interstate 40 overpass Thursday.

The crash caused the west bound lanes to be shut down for five hours, causing major damages to the support system. Friday, crews started installing ratchet jacks to help support the weight of the overpass.

Crews completed repairs Saturday.

"We're talking concrete here. You wouldn't expect fire would have an impact on concrete, but if you get it hot enough, there is quite a bit of damage out there," said Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department spokesman Danny Straessle.

The current repairs are only a temporary fix. Engineers say they will begin to do research on what to do permanently Monday.

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Layla37 - 3/10/2013 7:37 AM

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I too am so sorry for your loss. I hope you go after that company that serviced him prior to the wreck and with full force. I believe if the job was done right he'd still be here. May his soul RIP and may you family find peace and clarity soon.

diamondeyes - 3/10/2013 6:07 AM

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I thank you. And yes I heard he spoke to my aunt 15 min. Before when he was getting his tire fixed...and I flagged that comment so I think it was removed

PulaskiCntyRes - 3/9/2013 7:57 PM

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My condolences to the loss of your uncle. You can also blame the hateful and unwarranted remark on Fox 16 and the wittness. To speculate and have that printed is ignorant by the poster and all involved. Some people tend to speak before finding out the truth. May his soul rest in peace and God Bless.

diamondeyes - 3/9/2013 7:33 PM

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That "moron" is my UNCLE!! he didnt fall asleep... 2 of his tires blew out and he pulled over to get them fixed and after the mechanic left and he got back on the road the truck lost control...We will find out what company serviced him! and think before you speak, MORON!

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