Aurora, Illinois – Montgomery Road closed in Aurora after serious crash, disrupting traffic between Walcott and Kautz roads.
According to the Aurora Illinois Police Department, officers and Emergency Management personnel are currently on scene responding to a serious vehicle accident along Montgomery Road. The roadway is shut down from Walcott Road to Kautz Road while crews investigate and manage traffic.
Police said the closure is expected to last several hours. Emergency Management personnel are assisting with traffic control in the area as the investigation continues. Authorities have not released additional details about the number of vehicles involved or whether injuries were reported.
Drivers are being advised to avoid Montgomery Road and seek alternate routes until the roadway reopens. Updates will be provided once the closure is lifted.
The affected stretch of Montgomery Road is a key connector for local traffic, and delays are likely during peak travel periods. Commuters and students traveling through the corridor may need to plan for extended travel times Thursday.
No reopening time has been announced.
Motorists are encouraged to monitor official Aurora Police Department channels for the latest updates.
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