CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – A section of I-57 southbound is closed following a crash that occurred this morning. At approximately 6:16 a.m., State Police responded to reports of a multi-vehicle accident on I-57 northbound at milepost 225. As a result, the southbound lanes of I-57 have been closed, and traffic is being rerouted to Monticello Road.
State Police have stated that this is an active crash scene and have not released further details at this time. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling near Montgomery County, where there is also a sinkhole in the area, as per mine officials.