Crash Shuts Down I-85, Involves Police Vehicle And 18-Wheeler

Charlotte NC

22 December, 2021

7:46 AM

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CHARLOTTE, NC — A serious crash shut down I-85 in Charlotte at exit 45 southbound at W.T. Harris Boulevard. According to WSOC, an 18-wheeler hit a police cruiser and jack-knifed. Two officers were taken to the hospital, according to WCCB. The crash happened shortly before 4 a.m. and the road is expected to be closed until at least 1 p.m. North Carolina DOT advises: Please avoid I-85 South near exit 45 this morning. Use I-485 to U.S. 29 as an alternate route. CMPD issued a bulletin stating the road will be closed for an "extended period of time" while officials investigate a "serious accident." Traffic is being diverted off Mallard Creek Church Road. We will provide updates as we get them.