Sep 19, 2024
Expect delays along eastbound Platte Avenue this morning as crews work to clear a crash just east of Murray Boulevard. The accidents that took place around 7:00 a.m. are still under investigation and the road is still shut down. Police believe one of the accidents involved 4-6 vehicles but are unsure if one of the vehicles left the scene. Police say one person was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. The cause is under investigation, but according to police on scene, they believe sun glare could be responsible. According to the City of Colorado Springs, the accident caused people to use the shoulder of the road to avoid it. The road is expected to open up around noon Thursday. As of the writing of this article, another accident occurred along Eastbound Platte Avenue between Murray Boulevard and Wooten Road. According to police this accident was only about a quarter mile down from the first accident and involved two vehicles. _______Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with our free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. Just search KOAA News5, download and start watching.
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