ST. GEORGE, Utah — A major road in Washington County was shut down Wednesday evening following an auto-pedestrian collision that occurred shortly after 7 p.m. The incident took place at the intersection of 900 East and Riverside Drive, prompting local authorities to close a section of Riverside Drive for investigation.
At this time, the details surrounding the crash remain unclear, and no information about potential injuries has been released. The St. George Police Department has confirmed that a crash reconstruction team has been deployed to the scene to determine the circumstances of the accident.
As a result of the crash, Riverside Drive was closed from River Road to Morningside Drive, creating significant traffic disruptions in the area. Authorities did not provide an estimated timeline for when the road will reopen.
The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays.