DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- A deadly crash on I-40 Sunday morning caused major backup in Durham County.

It happened around 5:30 a.m. and prompted the closure of all westbound lanes near Exit 282 (Page Road), according to NCDOT.

NCDOT

Durham police confirmed the crash was fatal. More information will be released when the on-scene investigation is completed.

I-40 is expected to fully reopen by noon.

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