Roadway reopened after crash closes I-85 in northeast Charlotte
The interstate was closed on the northbound side near the University City Boulevard exit.
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Published: May. 12, 2023 at 10:03 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - The roadway has reopened after a crash closed I-85 in northeast Charlotte on Friday night.
According to the NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT), the crash happened on the northbound side near the University City Boulevard exit around 9:30 p.m.
All lanes were shut down due to the incident.
NCDOT officials said the roadway was cleared and reopened around 10:30 p.m.
Medic said three people were taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
It is unclear what led up to the crash.
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