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Wrong-Way Crash Closes Route 128 South in Danvers as Troopers Investigate

MassDOT said southbound lanes near Exit 43 were expected to stay closed for hours after the 10 p.m. response.

Overview

  • State police said troopers responded around 10 p.m. to a serious crash on the southbound side of Route 128 at Exit 42.
  • Investigators are treating the incident as a wrong-way collision and the probe remains active.
  • The highway was closed and traffic was diverted while crews worked at the scene, according to officials.
  • MassDOT reported a southbound shutdown at Exit 43 and advised drivers to avoid the area due to an anticipated multi-hour closure.
  • Footage from the scene showed two vehicles with heavy front-end damage, and officials have not released any information on injuries.