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Decorated semi truck allegedly involved in I-65 road rage

A decorated semi truck was filmed allegedly engaging in road rage against a retired police officer on I-65 in Birmingham, Alabama.

The incident: It happened earlier this month when Jim Biddle was driving to see his son. The truck, with a Halloween skeleton on it, reportedly rear-ended Biddle's car.

  • Biddle, the ex-cop, said the truck nearly forced him into a concrete barrier, risking a major accident.
  • Biddle managed to capture the event on video and contacted 911.

Law enforcement advice: Local police suggest drivers avoid engaging with aggressive drivers. They recommend heading to a safe place, like a police station, if followed.

The semi’s actions were described as potential road rage, reported CBS 42.

No injuries were reported from the incident.

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