Major crash shuts down all southbound lanes on i-295 in southeast dc

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A multi-vehicle crash brought traffic to a standstill late Wednesday after DC Fire and EMS reported that all southbound lanes of Interstate 295 were closed at Chesapeake Street SE. Emergency crews responded to the scene shortly after the collision, which involved several vehicles and caused significant congestion along one of the city’s busiest highway stretches.

Officials have not released details on the number of people injured or the extent of any damage, but first responders remained on site conducting rescue operations and clearing debris from the roadway. Commuters were advised to avoid the area, use alternate routes, and expect extended delays during the evening hours.

Traffic investigators are working to determine what led to the crash, and there is no current estimate on when lanes will reopen.

A multi-vehicle crash shut down all southbound lanes on I-295 near Chesapeake Street SE, causing major delays across Southeast Washington.

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