I-74 Closed Due To Accident Near Sunman

The accident was reported around 1:10 p.m.

(Sunman, Ind.) - An accident reportedly involving two semi tractor-trailers has Interstate 74 shut down near Sunman. 

The accident was reported on I-74 eastbound near mile marker 154 around 1:10 p.m.

Indiana State Police Sgt. Stephen Wheeles says the eastbound lanes of I-74 are closed due to lane blockage. Motorists are asked to avoid the area by using State Road 46 as a detour. 

Ripley County

I-74 Eastbound near 154 mile marker is currently shut down due to a crash with lane blockage.

Avoid the area. Use SR 46 as an alternate route.

— Sgt. Stephen Wheeles (@ISPVersailles) May 23, 2019

There is no word yet on any potential injuries. 

Eagle Country 99.3 will provide updates when more information is released.