COLUMBUS, OH – Emergency crews were dispatched to an injury collision Tuesday morning on Interstate 71 near downtown Columbus, according to local traffic news announcer Johnny Hill, of WTVN 610 Traffic.
The incident was recorded on the southbound lanes of I-71 after I-670, at around 11:23 a.m.
Very few details have been made public at this time, but the scene had the two left lanes blocked. While officials have not confirmed the number of those hurt or the severity of their injuries, a photo captured by an area traffic camera shows at least one fire truck responding.
INJURY ACCIDENT BLOCKING 2 LEFT LANES of I 71 South after I 670. #TrafficAlert #ColumbusOH pic.twitter.com/Ks1CQcPg9L
— Johnny Hill (@JohnHillTraffic) February 18, 2025
Shortly before 1:00 p.m., more than 1.5 hours later, one left lane remained closed.
INJURY ACCIDENT reported on I 71 North after I 670 exits. LEFT LANE BLOCKED. #ColumbusOH #TrafficAlert pic.twitter.com/2D7O4SJoDl
— Johnny Hill (@JohnHillTraffic) February 18, 2025
As more information is released, our news team will return to this blog with updates.
Are you or a loved one recovering from a recent injury crash caused by another driver? After such an unexpected and traumatic event, your family deserves fair compensation. At Oliver Law Office, our dedicated Columbus car accident attorneys are ready to learn about your case and help you pursue the funds needed to relieve the financial hardships brought on by the crash. Contact us today at 614-220-9100 or online to schedule a free, no-risk case evaluation.
