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Highway 17 in Winter Haven reopens after crash causes shutdown

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Posted at 7:53 AM, Jun 23, 2023
and last updated 2023-06-23 13:42:59-04

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — Part of Highway 17 was shut down in Winter Haven on Friday morning after a crash that involved a truck hauling heavy equipment.

The southbound lanes of Highway 17 were shut down at the intersection of Avenue K SW. Police said the northbound lanes were also impacted.

Police said the crash impacted the area for a while due to the need for a specialized wrecker to remove the equipment and truck.

It's unknown at this time if anyone was injured in the crash.