Thursday, July 31, 2025 9:26PM
One person died in a two-car crash on I-540 that is expected to close the roadway for hours.
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — A deadly crash has shut down Interstate 540 West in Wake County near Leesville Road.
Raleigh Police told ABC11 that two cars were involved in the crash. One person was killed. There were no other injuries.
One car went off the roadway and crashed into a wooded area off the shoulder.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation said the road was closed near Exit 7 just after 4:45 p.m. Thursday. I-540 was not expected to reopen until some time after 9:30 p.m.
Drivers should avoid the area if possible.
The RPD Crash Reconstruction Unit is working on an investigation.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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