Rockingham police officers Marcus Ricks, left, and Chauncey Saunders investigate a snapped utility pole in front of Robert’s Automotive on Friday.

Police say they were told by witnesses the damage was caused by an 18-wheeler that kept going.

A 10-foot section of fence on the property was torn down and several homes and businesses were temporarily without power.

The case is still under investigation.

William R. Toler | Daily Journal
Rockingham police officers Marcus Ricks, left, and Chauncey Saunders investigate a snapped utility pole in front of Robert’s Automotive on Friday. Police say they were told by witnesses the damage was caused by an 18-wheeler that kept going. A 10-foot section of fence on the property was torn down and several homes and businesses were temporarily without power. The case is still under investigation.
https://www.yourdailyjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/web1_polesnap.jpgWilliam R. Toler | Daily Journal
Rockingham police officers Marcus Ricks, left, and Chauncey Saunders investigate a snapped utility pole in front of Robert’s Automotive on Friday. Police say they were told by witnesses the damage was caused by an 18-wheeler that kept going. A 10-foot section of fence on the property was torn down and several homes and businesses were temporarily without power. The case is still under investigation.