Fatal crash shuts down traffic on James River Freeway in Springfield
UPDATE 3:45 p.m.: Police said the incident occurred around 1:23 p.m. on James River Freeway. Authorities say a vehicle initially hit the median, and when the driver got out, they and their vehicle were hit by a different vehicle. The person in the first vehicle died at the scene, police stated. There is no report of other injuries at this time. Original story: SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Springfield police have confirmed to Ozarks First of a fatal crash on James River Freeway on Tuesday afternoon. Police state the crash occurred on the westbound direction of travel between Kansas and Campbell. Law enforcement reports that westbound traffic has been shut down as investigators are on the scene. This story will be updated as new information becomes available.
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