Drive time on Mass. Pike skyrockets following crash in Brighton

BOSTON — The drive time on a section of the Massachusetts Turnpike skyrocketed Monday morning following a crash in Brighton.

The crash happened on the eastbound side of the highway near the New Balance building before 7 a.m.

Video from the scene showed several lanes blocked as emergency crews worked at the scene.

There was no immediate word on injuries to those involved in the crash.

The average speed from I-495 to Massachusetts Avenue is currently 16 mph with a drive time nearly 100 minutes.

No additional information was available.

An investigation remains ongoing.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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