Northbound I-55 Closed Near Channahon Due to Serious Crash: State Police

The northbound lanes of I-55 remain closed near south suburban Channahon following a serious crash involving injuries on the interstate, according to the Illinois State Police.

The incident was reported before 7:30 p.m. Monday near milepost 247 between Arsenal Road and U.S. 6, according to the Total Traffic and Weather Network.

Police have encouraged drivers to seek an alternate route if possible.

ISP District 5 is on the scene of a serious personal injury crash at Interstate 55 northbound milepost 247 (near Bluff Road). All northbound lanes are shutdown. Traffic is getting by on the right shoulder.

Please seek an alternate route or slow down if in the area#ILTraffic
— ISPDistrict5 (@IspDistrict5) September 29, 2020