Boone County, Indiana — A crash on Interstate 65 southbound closed a lane near mile marker 140, slowing traffic Saturday.
According to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, Lane 1 of I-65 southbound is shut down in the area of the 140 mile marker following a reported accident. Deputies issued a traffic alert urging motorists to use caution and avoid the area if possible while emergency response continues.
Authorities did not immediately release details about the number of vehicles involved or whether injuries were reported. The crash prompted lane restrictions along one of the primary north-south corridors through central Indiana, which often carries commuter and freight traffic between Indianapolis and northern Indiana.
Drivers traveling southbound through Boone County may encounter delays and congestion as traffic merges around the closure. Officials advised motorists to reduce speed and remain alert for emergency vehicles and traffic control in the area.
The sheriff’s office has not announced an estimated time for the lane to reopen. Updates are expected as deputies and first responders continue managing the scene and clearing the roadway.
Interstate 65 is a major route used by regional commuters, delivery drivers, and students traveling between communities north of Indianapolis, meaning even a single lane closure can quickly affect traffic flow.
Motorists planning to travel through Boone County on Saturday may want to monitor local traffic alerts or consider alternate routes until the scene is cleared.
Authorities said additional updates will be shared if conditions change.
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