RICHMOND, Va. — Several individuals were injured in a multi-vehicle collision involving a tractor-trailer on Interstate 95 South in Richmond on Wednesday afternoon.
According to Virginia State Police, the crash occurred at approximately 1:15 p.m. near mile marker 71.8, about three miles from the Bells Road exit.
Authorities stated a disabled vehicle halted in the left lane, which was struck, leading to a chain reaction involving five vehicles, including a disabled tractor-trailer. Medical evaluations were conducted for multiple occupants, but none of the injuries are considered life-threatening.
The left lane of the interstate was blocked as emergency crews worked to extricate a vehicle from beneath the tractor-trailer. Traffic was backed up approximately 4.5 miles by 3 p.m.
Officials advised motorists to seek alternate routes to avoid delays. All lanes reopened and the scene cleared by around 4 p.m.
The incident remains under investigation, and no information is available regarding potential charges.
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