Downtown Connector Reopens After Major Crash Disrupts Morning Commute in Midtown Atlanta

Downtown Connector Reopens After Major Crash Disrupts Morning Commute in Midtown Atlanta
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All southbound lanes of the Downtown Connector in Midtown Atlanta reopened after a major crash on I-75/I-85 south near the North Avenue exit around 3:25 a.m. on Friday. The incident caused a shutdown lasting over three hours, with traffic being diverted until all lanes reopened by 7 a.m. The Georgia State Patrol is investigating the crash, which involved multiple vehicles, and traffic remains congested on I-75 and I-85.

March 07, 2025

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