Detroit, MI (October 3, 2023) - At least one person was hurt in a crash involving multiple drivers that occurred on Interstate 696 in Detroit on Tuesday afternoon, October 3.

The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. on northbound I-696 and eventually closed both directions of the highway following the exit to northbound I-75. The accident scene was cordoned off once deputies from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office arrived. However, authorities concealed details about the crash's victims and their conditions.

Although emergency medical responders were sent to the scene to evaluate the victims and bring those seriously injured to the hospital, it is unknown how severe their injuries or current conditions are.

The Wayne County Sheriff's Office and the Detroit Police Department are conducting a joint investigation. Deputies and local law enforcement are now interviewing potential witnesses.

The injured and their loved ones are in our thoughts.