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Tractor-trailer crash on I-495 at I-270 causes traffic backup for miles

One person was injured in the collision, officials say.
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A tractor-trailer crashed into a jersey wall on I-495 at I-270 on Monday afternoon.

WASHINGTON — Traffic along Interstate 495 at Interstate 270 is backed up after a tractor-trailer crash has blocked two lanes on Monday afternoon. 

A tractor-trailer smashed into a jersey wall on I-495 Beltway between Old Georgetown Road and Bradly Boulevard, officials said. One person was injured.

Several other vehicles were also at the scene.

The tractor-trailer driver was taken to a hospital for treatment.

Hazmat crews are at the scene assisting with the clean up of diesel spill on the roadway, officials said.

Traffic delays, including rubbernecking, has caused traffic to back up for miles.

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We will update this story as it becomes available.

Credit: WUSA9
A tractor-trailer crashed into a jersey wall on I-495 at I-270 on Monday afternoon.

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