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Tractor-Trailer Rolls Over In Stockton, Knocks Out Utility Pole

A tractor-trailer rolled over Wednesday afternoon in Stockton. A utility pole was damaged in the accident. Submitted photo

A tractor-trailer carrying liquid manure overturned Wednesday afternoon in Stockton. Police say speed was a factor in the crash.

According to the New York State Police, Philip Newton, 62, was traveling on Route 380 when he allegedly failed to slow down during a turn onto Cummings Road.

Police said the truck took out a utility pole and overturned in the process.

Utility officials responded to the scene, as well as Stockton fire crews to clean up liquid manure that was reportedly being transported by the truck and had spilled onto the road.

Charges are pending further investigation, police said.

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