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Tractor-trailer crash on I-85 causes 2.5 mile backup in Petersburg

PETERSBURG, Va. (WRIC) — A tractor-trailer crash on Interstate 85 is causing significant delays for drivers in Petersburg.

The crash was first reported by VDOT shortly after 2:15 p.m. on Friday, March 24, and is located on I-85 North near the I-95 exit.

According to VDOT, the north right lane and right shoulder have all been closed and there is currently a traffic backup of approximately 2.5 miles.

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