Delaware State Police are on the scene of a serious motor vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:24 p.m., tonight May 6, 2022, on southbound Interstate 495 in the area of Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE.

As a result of the crash, southbound I-495 is closed at the Pennsylvania line for emergency response vehicles on scene. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes of travel. The road closure is anticipated to be lengthy, with no estimated time for a re-opening.

For updated road closure information and traffic conditions log on to:

http://www.deldot.gov/Traffic/travel_advisory/index.shtml#advisories

The investigation is in the early stages with further details being released as they become available.

Presented by Public Information Officer, Senior Corporal Jason Hatchell

Released: 050622 2350