Multi-vehicle collision shuts down westbound lanes on i-68

CUMBERLAND, MD — A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 68 westbound brought traffic to a standstill Thursday near the Crosstown Bridge, prompting authorities to close all lanes and advise drivers to seek alternate routes.

Key Points

All westbound lanes on I-68 were closed Thursday evening due to a crash.
The closure affected traffic between Downtown Cumberland and Beall Street.
The scene was cleared later that evening with no ongoing disruption.

According to the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred on I-68 westbound at the Crosstown Bridge, impacting travel from Downtown Cumberland to Beall Street. The department issued an alert via social media around 6 p.m., stating, “All lanes shut down. Road will be closed approximately next 3 hours.”

The incident caused heavy traffic congestion, and motorists were urged to avoid the area. The sheriff’s office recommended planning alternate routes and using caution due to the expected delays.

Road reopened Thursday evening

By Thursday night, the scene was cleared, and all lanes were reopened. No additional information was released regarding injuries or the number of vehicles involved in the crash.

The initial response involved emergency services securing the area and assessing the damage. No cause of the crash has been disclosed.

The Crosstown Bridge is a key connector for local and through traffic, and the closure significantly affected evening commuters.

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