Serious crash prompts closure of Route 1 in Norwood

NORWOOD, Mass. — A busy stretch of Route 1 in Norwood was closed Wednesday morning following a serious crash, officials warned.

The crash happened on part of the highway under Pendergast Circle, according to the Norwood Police Department.

“This section of Route 1 needs to be closed while first responders are on scene,” the department wrote in a Facebook post around 8 a.m.

Motorists were told to expect traffic detours and delays during the morning commute due to a large police presence in the area.

There was no immediate word on injuries to those involved in the crash.

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