Ohio troopers investigating after trucker found dead in the cab of a semi on I-70

The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is investigating after a trucker was found dead in the cab of a semi on I-70.

On Friday, December 8, a commercial motor carrier contacted OSHP to perform a welfare check on one of their drivers, WHIO reports.

OSHP troopers located the truck along I-70 in Preble County near SR 503.

The truck driver was found dead in the cab of the truck.

The identity of the truck driver has not been released.

The cause of death is under investigation.