Highway closed in both directions due to apparent police standoff on I-495 in Lowell

LOWELL, Mass. — I-495 southbound and northbound in Lowell is closed, according to MassDOT.

I-495 traffic is being diverted off at exit 89, and I-495 southbound traffic is being diverted off at exit 92.

MassDOT said the closure is due to heavy police activity in the area.