The driver of the Chevrolet V20 stated that the trailer he was pulling was “tail heavy,” which caused the vehicle to jackknife.

CLAYPOOL — A truck pulling a trailer overturned on South Beaver Dam Road, Claypool, Saturday, Sept. 16, resulting in the driver and passenger receiving injuries.

The accident occurred at 1:22 p.m. The driver of the Chevrolet V20, Mark Sill, 53, West CR 1000S, Akron, stated that he was traveling south on Beaver Dam Road, north of CR 900S. Sill was pulling a trailer loaded with dirt, stones and large pieces of wood. Sill advised that the trailer he was pulling was “tail heavy” and caused the vehicle to jackknife as he was driving.

According to Sill, he lost control of the vehicle and partially exited the east side of the roadway. The vehicle overturned, along with the trailer.

Kosciusko Sheriff’s Department, Burket Fire Department and Parkview and Mentone EMS were on scene.

Sill was transported by medics for injuries sustained in the vehicle. A passenger in the vehicle, Jehonadab Sill, 16, West CR 1000S, Akron, complained of head and elbow pain but transported himself for medical attention.

Damage is estimated to be up to $25,000.