Fatal Crash
Fatal Crash Shuts Down Lanes on I-85 South in Lilburn

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September 2, 2026
I-85 South at Indian Trail Lilburn Road
Lilburn, DeKalb County, GA
Georgia
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State Patrol: Metropolitan Traffic Unit, Atlanta
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A deadly crash has closed multiple lanes of I-85 South near Indian Trail Lilburn Road in Lilburn, according to 11 Alive. Three lanes of the interstate, along with the Peach Pass lane, were shut down as a result of the collision, the outlet reported.
Details about the vehicles involved, the number of people affected, and the circumstances leading up to the crash have not been released. Authorities have not yet confirmed the timing of the incident or provided a count of injuries.
Drivers traveling through DeKalb County on I-85 South should expect delays and possible detours while the lane closures remain in effect. The extent of the backup and an estimated time for reopening the affected lanes have not been disclosed.
No additional information about the cause of the crash or the identities of those involved has been made public at this time. This report will be updated as officials release more information about the incident.
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