Botetourt County, VA – Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-81 S/MM 159.5 Causes Injuries
Botetourt County, VA (August 9, 2024) – A serious multi-vehicle accident involving three tractor-trailers and an SUV caused Traffic delays on I-81 South in Botetourt County on August 8th. The Virginia Department of Transportation reported that the crash occurred near mile marker 159.5, resulting in the closure of multiple lanes and extensive delays for drivers. According to the Virginia State Police, the accident was the result of two separate crashes involving the same vehicles. Emergency responders, including the Botetourt County Fire and EMS, arrived at the scene to assist the drivers and passengers involved. Fortunately, there were no life-threatening injuries reported, though several individuals were transported to nearby medical facilities for further evaluation and treatment. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, and the Virginia State Police are working to determine the factors that led to this multi-vehicle collision.