Police: I-277 closed after crash with multiple injuries
The crash happened on the inner loop near North Graham Street.
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Published: Mar. 29, 2023 at 11:08 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Police have closed the inner loop of I-277 just north of Uptown due to a crash with multiple injuries.
According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD), the crash happened near North Graham Street.
Medic said one person was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, and four others were seriously injured.
Officials are encouraging drivers to avoid the area.
It is unclear when the roadway could reopen.
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