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Shooting Investigation Closes Southbound I-5 at Lathrop

Drivers face slow detours via Airport Way to CA-120 without a reopening timeline

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Overview

  • The CHP shut down southbound Interstate 5 at Louise Avenue at 12:51 a.m. Thursday to investigate a shooting.
  • All southbound traffic and the Louise Avenue on-ramp are diverted onto local roads, directing drivers along Airport Way to CA-120 and back to I-5.
  • Detour speeds have fallen to as low as 7 mph on Louise Avenue and around 12 mph on CA-120, causing significant commuter delays.
  • CHP Stockton is posting real-time traffic alerts on Twitter and partnering with media outlets to update motorists on conditions.
  • Northbound I-5 and adjacent Highway 99 remain open with no reported slowdowns.