Multi-car accident closes Boulevard during rush hour
The inner northbound lanes of Roosevelt Boulevard were closed near Pratt Street yesterday following a three-car accident.
At least two people were transported to Temple Hospital and one of the vehicles overturned during the accident, which occurred around 5 p.m.
Police are still investigating the cause of the accident.
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