Last night, a serious crash on Interstate 17 near Camelback Road resulted in a complete shutdown of the southbound lanes, with the incident reported to have occurred at around 9:20 p.m. According to FOX 10 Phoenix, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has not provided an estimated time for the lanes to reopen, and details on the cause and severity of the crash were not immediately available.

The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) quickly confirmed that at least one person was seriously injured in the crash that took place at milepost 204. "troopers responded to a "serious injury" crash on southbound I-17 at milepost 204, which is at the Camelback Road exit," DPS told 12News. Commuters are currently advised to seek alternate routes and to be prepared for delays as the investigation continues and clean-up efforts are underway.

While the northbound lanes of I-17 remained open, the closure of the southbound lanes has caused significant traffic delays in the area. Motorists needing up-to-date traffic information can consult the AZ511 website, use the AZ511 app, or call the 511 hotline for the latest developments.

ADOT urges drivers to avoid the southbound I-17 at Camelback Road and to plan accordingly for their commutes. As officials work tirelessly to clear the scene, they have yet to advise when to exactly expect the freeway to reopen. The full impact of the incident is still being assessed, and no further details have been provided about the individuals involved in the crash.