Traffic & Transit
Man Died After Trying To Help Turtle Cross I-94: Report
Sheriff's officials in Racine County are telling motorists to take alternate routes Friday morning after a serious crash on I-94.
MOUNT PLEASANT, WI — Authorities are continuing to investigate a crash on I-94 in northern Racine County that happened Friday morning.
According to a WTMJ report, officials have now reopened the previously-closed lanes.
Authorities have yet to publicly issue a statement on the crash, though Fox 6 is reporting that a tow truck driver pulled over to the side of I-94 Friday morning to help a turtle cross the road when he was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver.
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The crash happened in the northbound lanes, authorities said.
Officials said the interstate needed to be shut down for several hours after the crash was reported just after 9 a.m. Friday
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Traffic Alert- I94 NB at 7 Mile Rd has 2 lanes closed for a crash investigation. Please utilize alternate routes (US 45 or HWY 38) and avoid the area. This will be closed for several hours.
— Racine County Sheriff's Office (@RacineSheriff) May 29, 2020
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