Dunwoody, GA – Tractor-Trailer Strikes Median Attempting To Avoid Abandoned Vehicle

Dunwoody, GA  (August 8, 2023) – A collision involving a tractor-trailer in Dunwoody has led to the temporary closure of nearly all east and westbound lanes on Interstate 285 during the early hours of Tuesday morning.

According to the Georgia Department of Transportation, the incident occurred at approximately 4:55 a.m. The Dunwoody Police Department, the reporting agency, has stated that there were no reported injuries.

Dunwoody Police clarified that the crash transpired in the westbound lane of I-285 at North Shallowford Road. The driver of a tractor-trailer attempted to avoid colliding with an abandoned car on the highway and subsequently overcorrected, resulting in a collision with the median wall.

Currently, the westbound lanes have been shut down to address the crash scene, while two lanes on the eastbound side remain closed due to the presence of substantial debris.

As part of the traffic management efforts, authorities were diverting westbound traffic off I-285 at North Peachtree Road, but the road has now re-opened.

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Car accidents have become one of the leading causes of accidents and injuries in the state of Georgia over the years. Georgia actually ranks fourth in the country for states with the most fatalities caused by car accidents. On top of this, many people are seriously injured in car accidents within the state every year. In just 2020, it was reported that over 125,000 people were hurt in Georgia car accidents due to the reckless acts of others. If you have been hurt in a car accident caused by another party and you wonder where you can turn, it is crucial that you speak with an attorney immediately.

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