Major Traffic Disruption in Matthews as Three Seriously Injured in Tractor-Trailer Collision

A significant traffic incident in Matthews has left three people seriously injured following a collision with a tractor-trailer, causing disruptions in traffic flow and road closures, per reports from local authorities. According to

WCNC

, the crash occurred on Southbound East John Street between Interstate 485 and Union County, prompting Matthews Fire & EMS to shut down the affected stretch of road, which is expected to be closed to traffic for an extended period.

The aftermath of the collision has resulted in severe injuries to three individuals who have been transported to a local hospital for treatment, Medic confirmed, and as a result, the stretch of road around Exit 52 and Old Monroe Road will likely see traffic rerouted for some time which is urging travelers to seek alternative routes. The North Carolina Department of Transportation estimates that the roadway will not be reopened until around 1:20 p.m., as reported by

WBTV

, after having shut down East John Street near McKee Road since approximately 12:04 p.m. in both directions.

Details surrounding the circumstances leading up to the crash remain scarce, with ongoing efforts to ascertain the events that precipitated this unfortunate incident;

QC News

notes that authorities have not released further information. The involvement of a tractor-trailer is indicative of the scale and potential complexity of the crash scene, which emergency crews attended between the critical junctures of I-485 and Union County.

Local residents and commuters are advised to stay informed on the latest traffic updates regarding the road closure and to exercise caution and patience while the necessary investigations and cleanup operations are conducted by Matthews Fire and EMS, and NCDOT.

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