Two fatal crashes shut down I-24 in Johnson County

FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — UPDATE: Illinois State Police confirm that two separate fatal crashes have shut down Interstate 24 just south of the I-57 split in Johnson County.

I-24 eastbound remains closed, and traffic is being diverted around the scene via I-57 southbound to Illinois Route 146.

Authorities say one of the earlier crashes near the Illinois 37 overpass has been cleared. However, a second crash involving a tractor-trailer that struck the overpass at mile marker 3 continues to block the interstate.

ISP reports that both crashes resulted in fatalities. The roadway is expected to remain closed until cleanup and investigations are complete.

Further details will be released as they become available.

Video sourced: WFCN News: Swinford Media Group

Illinois State Police are on the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 24 eastbound at milepost 3 in Johnson County.

Authorities said the interstate is closed at that location, and motorists are advised to seek alternate routes until further notice.