Crash Closes Lane On US 206, Affecting Chester Traffic

CHESTER, NJ — A motor vehicle crash on US 206 northbound has prompted commuting delays in the area Friday afternoon, authorities said.

As of 3:55 p.m., there’s a vehicle crash on US 206 northbound near NJ 24/CR 513/West Main Street in Chester, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation.

One right lane is currently closed, causing a traffic delay in the surrounding areas, according to officials.

The current travel time for the surrounding area is around five minutes, but delays could extend beyond that, the agency said.

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