Multiple Vehicle Collision on I-40 Leaves One Dead, Several Injured
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 40 near mile marker 132 resulted in one death and multiple injuries on Thursday afternoon.
The incident occurred at approximately 3:15 p.m. when a chain-reaction collision involving six vehicles took place while heading eastbound. Authorities confirmed one individual was pronounced dead at the scene, while at least four others sustained injuries.
Emergency responders from the ARKANSAS STATE POLICE and local fire departments were dispatched to the scene, providing medical aid and transporting the injured to nearby hospitals.
The eastbound lanes of I-40 were closed for approximately three hours as crews conducted an investigation and cleared the wreckage. Tow trucks were on-site to remove the vehicles involved.
According to witnesses, heavy rain at the time may have contributed to the poor driving conditions. An investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing.
No further information about the victims has been released, pending notification of next of kin.
The ARKANSAS STATE POLICE urges motorists to exercise caution during inclement weather conditions.