DES MOINES, IA - Rush-hour commuters in west Des Moines faced major delays resulting from a collision on I-235 this evening.
According to Iowa 511, the crash took place at about 5:20 p.m. in the westbound lanes of the freeway, near Exit 5A to 56th Street.
I-235 WB: Right shoulder blocked due to a multi-vehicle crash at Exit 5A - 56th Street (Des Moines). https://t.co/OUv38P1gzJ
— Statewide Iowa 511 (@statewideia511) December 6, 2021
The events leading up to the crash are not mentioned in the report.
Significant delays were reported in the area for about 30 minutes afterward while crews worked to clear the scene.
Our team will endeavor to update this blog, should more information come to light.
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