Man found dead in vehicle after tractor trailer fire on I-285

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Firefighters battle flames on Interstate 285 on Friday night. (Photo: FOX 5 Atlanta)

A tractor-trailer fire on Friday night shut down multiple lanes on Interstate 285.

The fire occurred on I-285 northbound near Hollowell Parkway, officials said.

According to the Atlanta Police Department, investigators determined there was one man found dead inside the burned vehicle. Police said he died as a result of the collision. The name of the victim is not being released while the investigation continues, police said.

Transportation officials said the incident occurred at approximately 10 p.m.