Near-Fatal I-670 Crash Underscores Need for Interstate Safety Measures

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🗓 Published: August 9, 2026 11:21 AM (12 minutes ago)

A crash in a closed smart lane on Interstate 670 near 5th Avenue in Columbus occurred Monday morning, authorities said.

According to the Columbus Division of Police crash report, a traveling in the closed smart lane struck a disabled SUV stopped on the shoulder.

The report states the car's driver could not change lanes because a truck was also traveling in the smart lane ahead.

Video of the crash shows a person standing outside the SUV jumping onto a barrier as the car hit the SUV.

According to a 911 call from the SUV, the vehicle became disabled when a tire fell off and it struck a wall.

According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, the smart lane was closed at the time and functions as an emergency shoulder when closed, marked by a red X.

Injuries were not immediately reported, and authorities did not release the number of occupants.

Police said the crash remains under investigation; information on medical aid, tows and additional lane closures was not available.

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