CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A major crash on Interstate 85 in north Charlotte on Sunday left one person seriously injured and caused heavy traffic backups as multiple southbound lanes were blocked for over an hour.
Crash Near Exit 39 Sparks Emergency Response
Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene shortly after noon when a crash occurred on I-85 South near Exit 39 for Statesville Road. The incident led to an immediate shutdown of multiple lanes and prompted a large-scale response from local authorities and medical personnel.
Severe Traffic Delays Follow Incident
By 12:40 p.m., traffic had backed up as far as Sugar Creek Road. The delays raised concerns for Sunday travelers and commuters in the area, as responders worked to secure the crash…..