Crime & Safety

Truck Accident at Route 59/Route 52 Blocks Roadway

Shorewood police are urging drivers to find routes around the crash site, which is expected to be tied up through at least 5 p.m.

Southbound Route 59 at Route 52 is blocked because of a rolled-over semi-truck, according to Shorewood police.

The intersection is expected to be block until at least 5 p.m. because the truck must be unloaded before it can be moved. Drivers are encouraged to find an alternate route around the area.

An investigation is under way. No information on injuries or a cause for the accident were released.

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