Drivers injured in Wrong-way DUI crash on I-215 in Holladay, Utah

NOLLADAY, UTAH - A news report published on kutv.com reports that two motorists were severely injured in a wrong-way collision caused by an alleged drunk driver in Holladay, Utah.*

The Utah Highway Patrol responded to the accident that occurred on Interstate 215 and 6200 South. 

The report states that an SUV tried to travel northbound in the southbound traffic lanes on Interstate 215.  Soon after the SUV entered the traffic lanes on the freeway, it collided head-on a Ford Truck.  Both of the drivers suffered serious accident-related injuries.  According to the Utah Highway Patrol, the drivers are expected to survive the accident. 

The news report stated that the wrong-way driver was arrested for purportedly driving while under the influence.  The accident is currently being investigated by law enforcement.  No further details were provided at this time. 

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Source:

https://kutv.com/news/local/drivers-injured-in-wrong-way-dui-crash-on-i-215-in-holladay