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I-77 South shut down in Charlotte after wreck injures 7, officials say

Serious crash on I-77 South near South Tryon Street Exit

CHARLOTTE — Two people were seriously hurt late Wednesday afternoon in a wreck on I-77 South, officials said. Paramedics also treated five others had minor injuries.

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The southbound lanes were closed at the South Tryon Street Exit during rush hour traffic as crews responded to the scene.

All lanes of traffic were reopened by 8:15 p.m. but there was still congestion that stretched about 3 miles.

No further information has been released.

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