Wrong-way driver shuts down 210 Freeway in Duarte, arrested

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Sunday, September 21, 2014
Two cars involved in a wrong-way crash on the 210 Freeway in Duarte are being towed away on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2014.
Two cars involved in a wrong-way crash on the 210 Freeway in Duarte are being towed away on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2014.
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DUARTE, Calif. (KABC) -- A wrong-way driver caused a three-car collision on the westbound 210 Freeway in Duarte, temporarily shutting down most lanes.

The accident was reported at about 11:35 p.m. Saturday on the freeway at Mountain Avenue. Police arrested the wrong-way driver and said the suspect appeared to be under the influence.

Several victims suffered minor injuries and were taken to the hospital.

All lanes were reopened by about 1 a.m.