Accident on Crescent City Connect Bridge caused major backup for commuters

NEW ORLEANS — A vehicle crash on the Crescent City Connection Bridge caused major delays for drivers heading to the Westbank Friday morning.

The crash happened at about 6:00 am on US 90B West just before the General De Gaulle exit. It was cleared at about 8:30 am.

The crash blocked lanes and created at least a 45-minute backup across the westbound bridge beginning at the Tchoupitoulas/South Peters/Exit. The crash scene blocked the three right lanes on the bridge…

Story continues

TRENDING NOW

LATEST LOCAL NEWS