Road reopened after vehicle crashes into utility pole in Roanoke

A vehicle crashed into a utility pole early Thursday morning and has led to road closures, according to the Roanoke Police Department. (Roanoke Police Department)

ROANOKE, Va. – UPDATE

The road has been cleared and reopened, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

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ORIGINAL STORY

A Roanoke road is closed after a vehicle crashed into a utility pole early Thursday morning, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Authorities said at this time, the 1500 block of Bennington Street in Southeast Roanoke will be closed until further notice.

AEP is working to remove the pole and assess damages and said it may be a while before the road reopens.

Drivers are asked to avoid this area if they can.

We will continue to update this article as we learn more.


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