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I-75 south in Cobb County reopens after crash blocks all lanes

By FOX 5 Atlanta Digital Team
Updated  January 31, 2024 12:56pm EST
Cobb County
FOX 5 Atlanta

Crash on I-75 south in Cobb County

Video from SKYFOX 5 of a crash along Interstate 75 in Cobb County. The wreck shut down all southbound lanes.

COBB COUNTY, Ga. - All southbound lanes of Interstate 75 past Highway 5 in Cobb County  have reopened following a wreck, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation.

The crash was reported on I-75 south past Canton Road.

According to Marietta police, two vehicles got into a crash and pulled over to the left shoulder. As they were getting over, another vehicle struck both vehicles and ricocheted off, causing debris to scatter across the interstate.

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The driver involved in the second wreck suffered life-threatening injuries, police said.

SKYFOX 5 could see at least three wrecked vehicles. Traffic appeared to be backed up for miles along the interstate, with multiple police vehicles blocking the lanes. 

Motorists were advised to seek alternative routes.

This is a developing story. Check back with FOX 5 for updates. If you have photos or video, email newstipsatlanta@fox.com.