Crash with entrapment slows traffic near Route 309 in Luzerne County

BUTLER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A crash has slowed traffic in the area of Route 309 Thursday night.

According to Valley Regional Fire Department, crews were dispatched to the 100 block of West Butler Drive for a crash with heavy entrapment just after 6:00 p.m.

Officials did say that a medical helicopter was called, and did take off at the Valley Regional Fire Station.

It is unknown at this time the amount of people injured in the crash or the extent of the injuries.

Drivers are urged to use caution near the area of W. Butler Drive and Route 309 because of crews on-scene.

Valley Regional Fire Department handled the crash with assistance Hazle Township Fire and Rescue Company.