Crash closes lanes on Merritt Parkway

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Crash closes lanes on Merritt Parkway

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STRATFORD, CT (WFSB) -

A multi-vehicle crash has close several lanes on the Merritt Parkway in Stratford, according to the Department of Transportation.

Three vehicles were involved in the crash, according to the DOT, and as a result, the right and center lanes were closed northbound between exits 53 and 54.

It was unknown how long the lanes would be closed, or if any injuries have been reported.

No other information was released.

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