A crash on Friday afternoon caused authorities to close the northbound lanes of I-225 in Aurora.

The Colorado Department said northbound traffic is closed between US 40 and I-70 while crews work to investigate and clear the scene. A detour is in place, said CDOT, and they warned that drivers should expect delays in the area.

Colorado Department of Transportation

The Aurora police department said traffic is being diverted to 17th Place and advised drivers to take alternate routes. They said that the crash occurred around 2:53 at I-225 and Smith Road.

One person was reportedly taken to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries.

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