Crash Closed Interstate 395 Ramp to Shirlington
A traffic collision on northbound I-395 has forced the closure of the ramp to Shirlington and the Quaker Street exit.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Accidents
Virginia State Police are investigating a crash that occurred early Saturday morning at mile marker 6 on northbound Interstate 395 in Alexandria. The incident has resulted in the closure of both the Shirlington ramp and the Quaker Street exit.
Why it matters
The closure of these key transit points is expected to cause significant travel delays for motorists navigating the area near Alexandria. Authorities are working to clear the scene as the investigation into the crash continues.
Virginia State Police initiated an investigation following the collision reported at 1:34 a.m. The exit at mile marker 6 remains currently restricted to all traffic.
The players
Virginia State Police
The state-level law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling highways and investigating major traffic incidents across Virginia.
Alexandria Police
The municipal law enforcement department serving the city of Alexandria and coordinating with state authorities on local road safety.
The details
The crash blocked access to the Shirlington exit, prompting the closure of the ramp from northbound Interstate 395. Alexandria police confirmed the state-led investigation is currently underway at the scene of the incident.
Timeline
September 28, 2026, 1:32 a.m.: VDOT reported the closure of the I-395 ramp.
September 28, 2026, 1:34 a.m.: Alexandria Police noted the start of the Virginia State Police investigation.
Legal Context
This incident follows the standard highway incident response protocols that necessitate immediate road closures during active investigations. These procedures are designed to protect first responders while law enforcement documents evidence at the crash site.
Motorists should expect significant delays and are advised to seek alternative routes around the mile marker 6 area of Interstate 395. Local residents planning to travel through Shirlington should prepare for detours while the ramp and Quaker Street exit remain closed.
The takeaway
Drivers should monitor real-time traffic updates as the investigation on the highway continues to impact local transit. Planning ahead by choosing alternate routes will help mitigate the inconvenience caused by the current exit closures.
Further reading
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