MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Authorities are on the scene of a fatal head-on crash on Interstate 94 in Minneapolis that will cause major delays for the evening commute.
The accident happened just after 3 p.m. Monday on eastbound I-94 at Highway 280 in Minneapolis. The Minnesota State Patrol said the eastbound lanes of I-94 are closed at Highway 280 and at Huron Boulevard while emergency crews assess the scene.
READ MORE: Lynx All-Star Napheesa Collier And Partner Welcome Baby Girl, MilaThe Minnesota State Patrol said Mee Y. Vue, 63, was heading westbound on I-94 and crossed the median into the eastbound lanes, hitting another vehicle head-on. Vue was killed in the incident, while the other driver suffered non-life threatening injuries.
Authorities said there is no median barrier in that area.
READ MORE: Man Sustains Life-Threatening Wounds In Northeast Minneapolis StabbingTraffic management cameras are showing significant traffic delays in the area. Motorists are advised to stay away from I-94 in both directions near I-35W.
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The Minnesota State Patrol said it is expected to take at least two hours to clear the eastbound lanes of I-94 in the area. Stay with WCCO.com for updates as they become available.
