Major traffic accident closes Maizeland Road in Colorado Springs

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) responded to a "working trapped traffic accident" on Maizeland Road west of Academy Boulevard, around 12:15 on March 20.

The department reported that the trapped individual was successfully extricated and has been transported to the hospital. At the time, CSFD says the extent of their injuries is unknown.

CSFD says all lanes of Maizeland are closed in both directions and asks drivers to avoid the area.

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