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WB Schuylkill Expressway Closed At Rt. 1 Due To Crash

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Officials say one person was killed following a crash involving a truck and another vehicle on the Schuylkill Expressway.

Chopper 3 was over the scene of the accident on the Schuylkill Expressway approaching Route 1.

Authorities say the crash happened just after 2 p.m. Tuesday. They add that one victim was taken to Presbyterian Hospital and died as a result of the accident.

Officials say I-76 westbound lanes to northbound Rt. 1 Roosevelt Expressway are closed as crews work to clear the scene.

The driver of the truck is being held by authorities for questioning.

Stay with CBSPhilly.com for more details as they become available.

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