Scranton, PA (June 17, 2026) – Around 4:08 p.m., on June 15, a three-vehicle collision with reported injuries occurred on the southbound side of Interstate 81 near Mile Marker 185, where the highway enters the Scranton Expressway.
Emergency units were dispatched to the roadway following reports of the multi-vehicle crash. Information regarding the number of people hurt and the severity of their injuries was not immediately available.
Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the collision and may release additional details later. We extend our best wishes to those affected and hope for their full recovery.
What Information Is Typically Released After a Multi-Vehicle Highway Crash?
Following a multi-vehicle highway crash, early reports often provide only basic facts such as the number of vehicles involved, the roadway, and whether injuries were reported. Additional details may become available as investigators review evidence and gather information from those involved.
Traffic camera footage, vehicle positions, roadway markings, and witness accounts can help create a clearer picture of how the crash occurred. Medical updates may also provide more information about the extent of harm suffered by those involved. In crashes involving several vehicles, investigators usually work to determine the sequence of contact between the vehicles and whether weather, traffic flow, or other roadway factors contributed. As more facts are confirmed, public reports are often updated to reflect a more complete understanding of what happened.
