Crime & Safety

Six Hospitalized after Route 37 Accident

Multiple vehicles were involved in the crash.

All westbound lanes on Route 37 were closed for a period of time this evening after a multi-car crash sent six people to the hospital.

The State Police told the Providence Journal that it "was a bad accident because it involved multiple vehicles and the need to close all lanes."

The extent of the injuries aren't certain at this time.

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Police were diverting traffic onto exit ramps.

The state Department of Transportation announced that all lanes were reopened to traffic at about 7:20 p.m.

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More details about the crash will be posted when they become available.


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