State Highway 16 crash in Waukesha County, 4 people injured

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Waukesha County crash on State Highway 16

A multi-vehicle crash on State Highway 16 forced the closure of the freeway on Friday, Aug. 1.

Four people were injured in a crash on State Highway 16 in Waukesha County on Friday, Aug. 1.

According to the Wisconsin State Patrol, the crash happened at about 8:09 a.m. on the section of the freeway south of Bluemound Road (near the Waukesha County Technical College).

Four people were taken to area hospitals.

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The scene was cleared, and the freeway was reopened by 5 p.m.

What we don't know:

The type and extent of the injuries are unknown at this time, nor is the number of vehicles involved. However, drone video shows a tanker truck was involved.

The Source: The Wisconsin State Patrol sent FOX6 the initial press release. Traffic info provided by 511.

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