Van knocks down light pole on turnpike

A large passenger van struck and knocked down a light pole at the Mahoning Valley interchange of the turnpike. The van had pulled to the side after exiting through the toll booth, and as the driver attempted to back up he struck and knocked over the light. No injuries were reported in the incident. State police at the Pocono barracks are investigating the incident. LARRY NEFF/SPECIAL TO TIMES NEWS