KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Update: The Liberty Police Department tweeted around 11:30 p.m. Thursday that the highway is open again. Police continue to investigate, and they aren't releasing the victim's name until family is notified.
Original story: The Liberty Police Department tweeted around 9 p.m. Thursday that Highway 291 from Glenn Hendren to Stewart Road is closed due to a fatal accident.
Police expect the area to be closed for an extended period of time.
Motorists are asked to seek a different route.
Details regarding the circumstances of the crash were not immediately available.
Hwy 291 from Glenn Hendren to Stewart Road is closed due to a fatality accident. This section of roadway will be closed for an extended period of time. Please avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/WlGD7PlyPW
— Liberty, Missouri Police Department (@libertymopd) March 18, 2022
This is a developing story and may be updated.
