Staff Report / Maricopalocal.org

**Crash Investigation Closes Northbound SR 347**

A crash on State Route 347 has prompted a traffic investigation, leading to the closure of northbound lanes at Lakeview Drive. The Maricopa Police Department (MPD) announced the closure following information from the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS).

Drivers are advised to take the Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway as an alternate route to reach Interstate 10 through Casa Grande.

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has also shared updates regarding the situation on their official platforms. Travelers are encouraged to check ADOT's social media for further details.

For additional updates, visit the following link: [ADOT Facebook Post](https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=930523929248444&set=a.172777365023108).

Source: Maricopa Police Department

Source Type: Police

Source Location: Maricopa

Casa Grande, AZ

39700 West Civic Center Plaza Maricopa, AZ 85138

https://www.facebook.com/755945356348438/posts/1023028789640092

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