HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. — Authorities are responding to a crash involving seven vehicles, including a tractor-trailer, on Interstate 485 in Huntersville.
Huntersville Fire said the wreck happened Thursday evening on I-485 east of Old Statesville Road.
*CRASH UPDATE* A total of 7 vehicles including a tractor trailer. One vehicle traveled through the center barrier. Multiple MEDIC units, CFD Ladder 31, CFD Engines 25, 28 & HFD Rescue 1 on scene. Heavy traffic. Use caution and #Yield to any responding units. #MoveOver #CLTtraffic
— Huntersville Fire (@Huntersville_FD) September 23, 2021
According to officials, one vehicle traveled through the center barrier.
The crash is impacting traffic on both the inner and outer loop of I-485. Drivers are asked to avoid the area. Click here for our LIVE traffic map for alternate routes.
One person was taken to a hospital with serious injuries, authorities said.
This is an ongoing investigation. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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