Original:
A motorcycle crash on Highway 144 in Chelmsford closed the road early Monday evening.
Greater Sudbury Police were called to the scene at St. Onge Street just after 5:30 pm.
Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area, as the traffic is reportedly backed up.
Update:
The motorcyclist was transported to hospital.
Highway 144 was reopened to traffic around 6:30 pm.