Morning commuters in St. Lucie County faced significant delays today as police activity forced the closure of all lanes on Interstate 95. The closure impacted a stretch of the highway from Midway Road to Orange Avenue, disrupting the flow of traffic in both directions. According to WPBF 25 News, the shutdown occurred overnight, and as of 5 a.m., there had been no official word on the cause behind the police activity.
Southbound lanes reopened just ahead of the morning rush, allowing traffic to resume, but northbound travelers continued to face delays. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes, as the northbound lanes were expected to remain closed for an unspecified period. Traffic camera footage showed police cruisers positioned across the roadway, blocking access to the interstate. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the cause of the disruption. According to a statement obtained by CBS12, the incident began shortly before 11:30 p.m.
The St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office indicated that I-95 would remain closed until further notice, with no clarity on when the road might reopen. First responders were active at the scene and have been working to manage the situation.
