Highway 401 eastbound closed in LaSalle due to collision

(Source: OPP)

A portion of Highway 401 in LaSalle will be closed for a “prolonged” period of time following a single vehicle crash Thursday night.

According to a tweet from OPP West Region, Highway 401 eastbound at Todd Lane in LaSalle is currently closed due to a single-vehicle crash.

Police say that injuries are being assessed and ask drivers to avoid the area by using alternate routes.

“Expect a prolonged closure during the investigation and clean-up effort,” OPP said.

Police say updates will be provided at a later time.