Three killed in I-44 crash

Three people have been killed and two are in critical condition following a wreck on I-44 just east of Joplin. Read the full press release below:

On September 3rd, 2019 at 2:55 P.M. Joplin Police Officers were dispatched to an injury crash on Interstate 44 eastbound lanes mile marker 12.8. The caller advised a vehicle collided with another in the roadway. Multiple injuries were reported to Joplin Police Dispatch.

At this time three fatalities have been reported and two involved persons are in critical condition. Both vehicles appear to have been traveling eastbound on Interstate 44. Joplin Police Traffic Division Major Crash Team has responded to the scene to investigate. We ask that travelers find an alternate route while the interstate is closed. No names are being released at this time. The investigation is ongoing.