A body was found on Interstate 93 early Tuesday morning in Medford, Massachusetts, and the person’s death is now under investigation, according to state police.
Massachusetts State Police said officers found the body around 4:30 a.m. on I-93 south, south of exit 21. The death is under investigation, including the case and identity, authorities added.
Transportation officials initially said shortly after 6 a.m. that the fatal crash caused lane closures on the south side of the interstate near exit 21.
Drivers were told to expect delays, with the two right-hand lanes closed amid the investigation.
“Drivers traveling south into Boston should anticipate significant impacts and delays during the morning commute, consider traveling at a different time or route, or consider using public transportation options, including the MBTA Orange Line or the MBTA commuter rail for trips to Boston,” read the MassDOT news release.
Transportation officials said they have posted message boards warning drivers of delays, including near the New Hampshire border.
Additional details about the fatal crash were not immediately available.
