Update:
The intersection of North Academy Boulevard and Briargate Boulevard has reopened following the traffic accident Thursday morning.
The details of the accident are still unknown.
Previous coverage:
The entire intersection of North Academy Boulevard and Briargate Boulevard is blocked following a traffic accident.
Details about the accident are limited at this time but expect a heavy first responder presence on scene. The Colorado Springs Police Department is asking people to avoid the area.
CSPD on scene of a traffic accident at Briargate Bl and North Academy BL. The intersection is blocked off at this time. Seek alternate routes. @CSPDPIO
— CSPD Communications (@CSPDComCenter) January 9, 2025
News5 has a crew on the way to the scene and will update this article as more information is learned.
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