Jacksonville police investigate 5-vehicle crash, lanes blocked on U.S. 17

JACKSONVILLE, Onslow County — Jacksonville police are investigating a 5-vehicle crash on U.S. 17 at Piney Green Road.

The Jacksonville Police Department said Tuesday that northbound U.S. 17 is reduced to 1 lane near the intersection.

Drivers are asked to avoid the area and use alternate routes if possible.

No information about injuries has been released.