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Fatal crash closes internal circuit I-485 in northwestern Charlotte, officials say – WSOC TV

CHARLOTTE – All lanes on the Interstate 485 in northwestern Charlotte were closed on Thursday afternoon after a fatal crash, officials said.

Traffic tips; MVC of I-485 internal to Oakdale Rd; all lanes stopped for a moment; expect significant delays in the area; see alternative route. pic.twitter.com/Vymn08bacd

– Charlotte Fire Dept (@CharlotteFD) May 12, 2022

One person was killed and another was treated for serious injuries in the crash near Oakdale Road, which occurred around 4 p.m.

Helicopter 9 flew over the stage where a white truck overturned on the roof.

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Expect delays in the area. DOT said the road is expected to reopen at 8 p.m.

All lanes were reopened by 6:30 p.m.

(Watch the video below: WATCH: The truck is driving wrong on I-485)

WATCH: Truck Drives Wrong on I-485 WATCH: Truck Wrong on I-485

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