JOHNSON CITY, NY — Numerous law enforcement agencies responded to multiple motor vehicle crashes on Interstate 86/State Route 17 on Nov. 11 due to slippery road conditions.
The crashes occurred at approximately 9 a.m. between Exits 71 and 68 in both the eastbound and westbound directions.
Crashes were reported in the Village of Johnson City, the Town of Union and the Town of Vestal.
Troopers from SP Endwell, SP Binghamton, the Traffic Incident Management Unit, Broome County Sheriff’s Deputies and officers from the Johnson City Police Department and Vestal Police Department responded to multiple 911 reports to assist motorists and clear the roadways.
Multiple crashes caused lane closures in both directions.
One lane in each direction remained open, but traffic was significantly delayed.
Troopers responded to three property damage crashes and two crashes with reported injuries, including one rollover.
All injuries appear to be non-life-threatening.
The Broome County Sheriff’s Department, Johnson City Police Department and Vestal Police Department handled additional crashes in the area.
The New York State Department of Transportation assisted with signage and road closures on scene.
