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Hazmat investigation underway after crash on Chicago expressway

By Elyssa Kaufman, Kris Habermehl

/ CBS Chicago

Hazmat investigation underway after crash on Chicago expressway

CHICAGO (CBS)-- A Hazmat investigation is underway on the outbound Kennedy Expressway after a crash Wednesday morning. 

Around 3:10 a.m., four vehicles, including a semi-truck, were involved in a crash at Lawrence Avenue that led to a fuel spill. Illinois Sate Police said one of the cars rear-ended the truck carrying a Class 1 hazardous material. 

ISP said no injuries were reported. 

All lanes have reopened. 

Elyssa Kaufman

Elyssa is a digital news producer for CBS Chicago. She covers breaking news and manages the station's social media presence.

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