Rensselaer, Indiana – A vehicle crash with injuries was reported Thursday afternoon on Interstate 65 southbound near mile marker 223, prompting an emergency response.
According to the Rensselaer Volunteer Fire Department, crews were dispatched around 3:30 p.m. to the crash site along the southbound lanes of I-65. Photos released by the department show at least one vehicle off the roadway in a grassy area near trees, with emergency personnel assisting at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released information on the number of people injured or the severity of those injuries. Traffic along I-65 southbound may have experienced slowdowns as first responders worked to assess the scene and manage roadway safety.
The cause of the crash has not been disclosed, and it is unclear whether additional agencies responded.
Interstate 65 is a major north-south corridor through Jasper County, frequently used by commuters and commercial drivers. Afternoon crashes along this stretch can impact regional travel between northwest Indiana and central Indiana.
Drivers were advised to use caution when traveling through the area while emergency crews remained on scene.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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