Tractor-trailer crashes on Garden State Parkway

EGG HARBOR TWP., N.J. (WPVI) -- A tractor-trailer crash is causing delays on the Garden State Parkway in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey.

The crash occurred around 5 a.m. Wednesday in the northbound lanes near exit 40.

Police say the truck driver lost control, and went over the guardrail down an embankment, and into the wooded area.

The truck also lost its load and left debris all over the road.

Motorists should expect delays as heavy tow trucks make it to the site to remove the wreck.

The driver was able to get out of the truck, and was sitting nearby. He was checked by medics.