Chelmsford, MA (June 26, 2018) – A motorcycle accident on I-495 Monday injured two people in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. The accident took place just north of Route 3. Police arrived on scene to find two people injured in the accident. Their injuries are described by authorities as serious. Both injured victims received treatment on the scene before being transported to a local hospital for additional treatment. A medical helicopter transported at least one of the victims.
The seriousness of the wreck caused major slowdowns for traffic in the area. Both sides of I-495 were closed while the wreck was investigated and cleared by authorities. As a result, delays extended for miles from the accident scene. The roadway was finally re-opened around 5:00 pm.
There is no word on the condition of the injured victims and it is not known if any life-threatening injuries were suffered in this accident. Chelmsford police continue to investigate.