One person was airlifted from the scene of a crash on Interstate 95 in Martin County after an SUV collided with a semi-truck Thursday. The victim suffered traumatic injuries in the wreck, which occurred on the heavily traveled interstate corridor that runs through the county.
The crash caused significant traffic disruptions on I-95, a critical route for local commuters and travelers moving through Martin County. Emergency responders worked at the scene to transport the injured person by helicopter to receive urgent medical care.
Details about what caused the collision between the SUV and semi-truck have not been released. The incident adds to ongoing concerns about highway safety on I-95, which sees frequent crashes involving both passenger vehicles and commercial trucks.
Motorists who regularly use I-95 through Martin County should expect potential delays as crash investigation and cleanup continue. The condition of the airlifted person and whether anyone else was injured in the wreck has not been disclosed by authorities.