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Alexandria, VA (January 16, 2026) – A traffic accident with injuries was reported in the early hours of Friday along Interstate 495 near the American Legion Bridge, prompting a multi-unit emergency response.
The crash occurred around 1:22 a.m. on January 16 in the northbound lanes of I-495 near the interchange with the George Washington Memorial Pkwy and the ramp to I-495 southbound. Emergency personnel, including fire and EMS crews, were dispatched to the scene to provide immediate assistance.
Initial reports confirmed at least one individual sustained injuries in the crash. Paramedics provided on-site medical care, though it is currently unknown if any victims required transport to a hospital.
The collision may have affected traffic in both directions as responders worked in the area. No details have been released regarding the number of vehicles involved or the events leading to the crash, and the incident remains under investigation.
As authorities work to determine the cause, our thoughts are with those injured and impacted by this early-morning accident.
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