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'Serious' Crash Closes Bridge In Shelton: Police

The crash occurred Tuesday afternoon, according to authorities.

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Authorities are investigating a "serious" crash on the Derby/Shelton Bridge Tuesday afternoon. The bridge was temporarily closed in both directions as a result.
Authorities are investigating a "serious" crash on the Derby/Shelton Bridge Tuesday afternoon. The bridge was temporarily closed in both directions as a result. (Kristin Borden/Patch graphic)

SHELTON, CT — A "serious" crash has temporarily closed the Derby/Shelton Bridge Tuesday afternoon, according to Shelton police.

Details of the crash were not disclosed, but the bridge is expected to be closed in both directions until about 5 p.m.

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