Large trailer hits historic Robert Parker Coffin Bridge in Long Grove; nearly 70th time bridge has been struck

Historic Robert Parker Coffin Bridge Hit by Trailer

The Robert Parker Coffin Bridge in Long Grove has been hit by a large oversized trailer, marking at least the 69th time the bridge has been struck.

The incident occurred around 10:50 p.m. on Thursday and was partially caught on surveillance video by Neumann’s Cigars and More.

Previous incidents include a box truck’s roof striking the bridge canopy in June and another incident on May 20 involving a box truck belonging to Northwest Trucks Inc.

No comment from authorities or the driver was available.

Author's summary: Bridge hit 69 times.

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