A driver going north in the southbound lanes on Interstate 25 early Saturday in Denver allegedly caused crashes as other drivers tried to avoid them, police said.
At least five vehicles crashed near Eighth Avenue on I-25, and five people were taken to a hospital, police said at 4:59 a.m.
The driver going the wrong way crashed at Eighth Avenue and suffered serious injuries, police said.
The incident is being investigated as a DUI case along with reckless driving causing injury.
TRAFFIC: officers are investigating a multiple vehicle crash near 8th and SB I-25. Approximately 5 different vehicles involved. 5 people have been transported to the hospital with unknown extent of injuries. Investigation is ongoing.
— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice)
