I-485 outer closed in west Charlotte due to serious fatal crash: Medic
Traffic officials said the wreck was reported around 11:40 a.m. on Saturday near Exit 9 on I-485. Medic confirmed this is a serious accident with multiple patients, at least one of whom has died.
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The roadway will be closed for an extended time as officials investigate and clear the crash. NCDOT expects I-485 to reopen around 2:30 p.m. on Saturday.
As a detour, drivers can take Exit 10A to I-85 North, then take Exit 38 to I-77 South, and then back onto I-485.
Police have not said what led to the crash or if any charges will be filed.Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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