U-Haul truck catches fire on I-85 southbound leaving 1 dead, officials say
Several landes of I-85 were shut down early Thursday morning following a deadly accident in DeKalb County.
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Multiple lanes are closed along I-85 southbound in DeKalb County after a deadly accident involving a U-Haul truck.
According to the DeKalb County Fire Department, one person died when the truck caught fire as it was moving on the highway.
The crash happened around 3 a.m. past North Druid Hills near Lenox Road and Cheshire Bridge Road.
Firefighters responded to the scene.
Two lanes remained closed shortly before 7 a.m.
No word when the accident will be cleared.
Drivers are asked to avoid the area if possible.
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