Deadly accident shuts down part of Southbound I-25

PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) -

UPDATE: Southbound I-25 near 13th Street is back open following an hours-long closure, according to the Pueblo Police Department (PPD).

Southbound I-25 is closed at 13th Street due to an accident after a pedestrian was hit and killed by a vehicle, according to the Pueblo Police Department (PPD).

Crews are on the scene of the crash. They ask that you avoid the area. Travel delays are expected for an extended period of time.

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