MULTI-VEHICLE ACCIDENT CLARES LANE ON HIGHWAY 5 NEAR DOWNTOWN
October 12, 2023, 4:15 p.m. CT
A multi-vehicle accident on Highway 5 near Downtown occurred at 2:41 p.m. today, causing significant lane closures.
Authorities said three vehicles were involved in the incident, resulting in two confirmed injuries. Emergency responders from the local Fire Department and Paramedics arrived on the scene shortly after the accident was reported.
Witnesses reported that the accident took place in the northbound lanes, blocking two of three lanes. Towing services were deployed to remove the vehicles, and traffic is being rerouted.
As of 3:30 p.m., the cause of the accident is under investigation. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and expect delays in the area. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.