Fayetteville, AR (June 5, 2025) — Traffic was heavily impacted Thursday morning following a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 49 in Fayetteville.

According to reports, Arkansas State Police and Fayetteville Fire Department responded to the scene near mile marker 65.5 at approximately 8:08 a.m. The collision resulted in injuries, although the exact number of those hurt has not been disclosed. Emergency crews worked to assist the victims, and at least one person was transported to an area hospital for treatment.

The accident affected the northbound center lane, right lane, and right shoulder, causing significant backups extending past Exit 64. Motorists were urged to avoid the area as crews worked to clear the scene and restore traffic flow.

Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.

• The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
• Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
• Road closures and traffic updates related to the accident scene can be found by checking with local authorities or traffic monitoring services.

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