3 car accident closes part of Hitt Road

UPDATE: Nov. 16, 2019, 6:30 p.m. – Three cars were involved in an accident on Hitt Road (25th East) and south of 17th Street blocking traffic for a few hours Saturday evening.

Idaho Falls police said only minor injuries were sustained by drivers and passengers.

Police also said they suspect that alcohol was a factor in the accident.

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ORIGINAL STORY:

Idaho Falls Police ask that you avoid the area of Hitt Road and 25th Street by the Teton Mall.

They are responding to an accident involving multiple cars.

You are asked to avoid the area until further notice.

This is a developing story and we will have updates as they become available