MINNEAPOLIS — Two crashes – at least one of them fatal – closed down lanes of Interstate 35W near downtown Minneapolis Friday morning.
In the fatal accident, a motorist in a 2004 Dodge Durango was traveling northbound on the interstate approaching Johnson Street when the vehicle went off the road and rolled. It came to rest on the right-hand shoulder under Johnson Street.
There were two occupants in the vehicle – a 21-year-old driver and 39-year-old passenger, both from Crystal. More information about the individuals involved is expected to be released later this afternoon.
The crash left only one lane open. According to MnDOT, a motorist went through that lane and hit a MnDOT truck, with several injuries. No MnDOT worker was injured, however.
MnDOT reports that there are now no backups being reported on I-35W.
The state patrol is continuing its investigation near the Johnson street area.
Details are limited, so check back as this story develops.
Source: CBS Minnesota
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