Madison, WI (September 11, 2024) – A significant crash on the westbound Beltline near the Whitney Way exit resulted in multiple injuries and major traffic disruptions on Tuesday afternoon, September 10. Madison police and the state Department of Transportation (DOT) responded to the incident that occurred just before 4 p.m.
Chief Shon Barnes noted in his blog that several individuals were injured and transported to local hospitals, though the extent of their injuries was not detailed. A 19-year-old female driver involved in the crash was ticketed by authorities, with further investigations pending.
The westbound Beltline was closed until nearly 6 p.m., causing considerable delays. The roadway has since been reopened as police continue to investigate the cause of the crash.