CHARLOTTE — A road in west Charlotte was closed Friday morning due to a broken utility pole and downed powerlines.
The incident occurred just before 8 a.m. on Wilkinson Boulevard near Old Steele Creek Road.
Channel 9 crews observed several police vehicles blocking the roadway.
A snapped power pole and traffic lights laying on the road were also observed.
While injuries have been reported, it is unclear when the roadway will reopen.
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