Some NB I-55 lanes reopen after semi rolls over in southwest suburbs, police say

DuPAGE COUNTY, Ill. (WLS) -- A crash involving a semi shut down the northbound lanes of Interstate 55 on Tuesday morning.

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Chopper 7 was over the scene as traffic began to back up for at least 12 miles as crews worked to clear the scene.

The crash happened at about 6:07a.m. on I-55, near County Line Road, according to Illinois State Police.

The semi was the only vehicle involved in the crash.

ISP said the driver was taken to an area hospital with injuries.

Two northbound lanes reopened about 2:45 p.m.

Crews are still working to remove the truck.