A motorcyclist was killed after a vehicle slid off a tow truck flatbed into traffic on a Philadelphia highway, according to 6ABC. Police are seeking the tow truck driver who left the scene. Details of the incident, including the identity of the victim, are limited pending the investigation.
Operator takeaway
A load that comes loose on a highway is a liability event that can result in a fatality, a criminal investigation, and a hit-and-run charge. Verify every load is secured before moving. If a load shifts or falls, stop immediately and call 911. Leaving the scene converts an accident into a felony.