A ten-vehicle pileup closed all westbound lanes of I-70 in Indianapolis, Indiana. It happened on Wednesday near mile marker 75 near Sam Jones Expressway.
The Wayne Township Fire Department reported that seven cars and three trucks were involved.
WTFD, @IFD_NEWS @Decaturtwpfire @IndStatePolice working major accident with injury 4900 W I-70. pic.twitter.com/O1FNqsUUTb
— Wayne Twp Fire Dept (@Waynetwpfire) August 10, 2016
During the collision, a semi truck split open, spilling its load of paper products onto the highway.
The damage was extensive.
According to Fox 59, two people, including a state trooper, suffered injuries and were hospitalized.
Five others were treated for minor injuries at the scene.
Crews cleaning-up 4900 W I-70 at Chain reaction accident. 2 transported 5 treated on scene & released @TrafficWise pic.twitter.com/FNwZY0Ba8n
— Wayne Twp Fire Dept (@Waynetwpfire) August 10, 2016
By 3 p.m., one right lane was reopened. The other lanes are closed while crews attend to the scene. Traffic delays are heavy.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.