Deadly Car Crash on I-75 in Clayton County, Georgia
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: July 10, 2023
Deadly crash with multiple vehicles
Interstate 75 in Clayton County, Georgia has reopened after a tragic car crash occurred overnight. According to authorities from the Clayton County police, multiple vehicles were involved in a deadly collision on I-75 northbound before Mt. Zion Boulevard at approximately 1:09 a.m. on Monday.
The investigation reveals that the initial driver lost control of their vehicle and collided with the inside barrier wall. The car came to rest on the left shoulder against the wall and partially obstructed the left lane.
Shortly after this incident, another vehicle traveling in the far left lane struck the disabled car and subsequently became disabled itself across two other lanes on I-75.
Tragically, as per police reports, when the driver of this second vehicle exited their car, they were struck by a tractor-trailer passing through.
The exact details surrounding these incidents are still under investigation by local authorities. It is unclear at this time what factors may have contributed to these accidents or if any charges will be filed related to them.
The reopening of Interstate 75 brings some relief for commuters who experienced delays due to its closure following these devastating events. However, it serves as a reminder of how quickly tragedy can strike on our roadways and emphasizes the importance of safe driving practices for all motorists.
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Incident at a Glance
- Parties Involved:
- first driver, second vehicle's driver
- Vehicles:
- first driver's car, second vehicle, tractor-trailer
- Fatality:
- YES
- State:
- Georgia
- City:
- Clayton County
- Location:
- I-75 northbound before Mt. Zion Boulevard
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-07-10
- Time of Incident:
- 1:09 a.m.
I-75 northbound before Mt. Zion Boulevard
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