Police: I-285 shooting leaves victim in critical condition

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DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - DeKalb County police are investigating an overnight shooting on Interstate 285.

Officials say the shooting happened just before midnight on the northbound side of the interstate near Church Street.

Traffic was backed up for hours while officers worked the crime scene and a few wrecks in the area.

Investigators say one person was shot and taken to the hospital in critical condition. The victim's identity has not been released.

FOX 5 cameras were there as police handcuffed a man, but officials have not shared any information about the arrest at this time.

If you have any information that could help with the investigation, please call DeKalb County police.

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