SISSONVILLE, W.Va. (WCHS) — A motorcycle crash closed the left lanes of Interstate 77 in both directions on Sunday afternoon.
The incident occurred shortly after 12:15 p.m. at exit 114 of I-77 South, according to Metro 911.
Authorities reported one rider was on the motorcycle at the time of the crash and was wearing a helmet, which was dislodged during the incident.
The rider sustained head and face injuries with significant blood loss and was transported to a nearby hospital, authorities said. The rider was reported to be unconscious but breathing.
Both northbound and southbound fast lanes of I-77 were closed to allow emergency responders to manage the scene.
An investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.