Crime & Safety

Crash On I-695 Near Wilkens Avenue Prompted Temporary Closure

BREAKING: There are significant delays on I-695 near Wilkens Avenue Wednesday afternoon due to a crash.

BALTIMORE COUNTY, MD — A crash on Interstate 695 near Wilkens Avenue is snarling traffic during the afternoon rush hour on Wednesday. The crash happened after 4 p.m. on the inner loop, transportation officials said.

Three vehicles were involved, according to authorities.

Around 4:15 p.m., the Maryland State Highway Administration reported that all lanes were closed on the inner loop.

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One vehicle had overturned, according to WJZ, which reported it had been moved to the shoulder after 4:30 p.m.

As of 4:45 p.m., officials said all lanes had reopened, and the right shoulder was closed.

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There were major delays in the area of I-695 at Wilkens Avenue for those headed toward Towson.

See the latest lane closure information from state transportation officials.

Still picture from CHART traffic camera.

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