Motorists on southbound I-97 faced unexpected delays early this morning due to a motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle near Route 3 South. According to the Anne Arundel County Police Department, the incident, which adds to the congestion that commuters must navigate, was first reported through the department's official social media account.
Motor vehicle crash reported southbound I-97 near Route 3 South involving a motorcycle. Expect delays. #MdTraffic pic.twitter.com/wMqsUf9VmZ
— Anne Arundel County Police Department (@AACOPD) September 24, 2024
The department alerted the public of the crash, advising drivers to expect delays as the southbound lanes were filled with slowed and halted vehicles. As emergency responders arrived at the scene, details regarding the cause of the crash or the condition of those involved were not immediately available.
While the AACOPD did not provide an estimated time for clearing the accident, local traffic reports suggest extended delays, prompting commuters to seek alternate routes.
