Crash on I-295 SB near San Jose Boulevard clears after causing major back-ups

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A major crash with injuries caused significant traffic issues early Thursday on Interstate 295 southbound in Duval County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

FHP reported the crash was on I-295 W South, before the San Jose Boulevard area, where two left lanes were blocked. FHP also reported emergency vehicles on scene and a roadblock/express lane impact in the area.

The crash cleared around 6:30 a.m., but a van that had been stuck in the backup broke down in the inside lane, causing further delays.

All lanes are now clear.