LINDON, Utah - I-15 southbound in Lindon was closed for several hours Friday after a box of industrial staples dropped onto the highway and caused a multi-car crash that left one person dead.
Officials said traffic was being diverted at Pleasant Grove Boulevard, but a few hours after the crash the highway was reopened.
One man was in critical condition after emergency crews had to cut him from his vehicle. He was transported to a hospital, where he later passed away. Police have identified the deceased as 59-year-old Juan Lopez of West Valley City.
Two others had minor injuries and went to the hospital to be checked.
Police said they are investigating a medical condition as a possible factor in the crash.
FOX 13 News' Kiersten Nuñez was at the scene of the crash, see the video above for her live report.
