A fatal crash shut down a busy stretch of Duluth Highway near Duluth High School on Tuesday, leaving one person dead and evening commuters crawling through side streets. The collision happened near Frankie Lane, and emergency crews blocked all lanes while officers worked the scene. Officials have not released the victim's name or age.
What officials said
The Duluth Police Department told FOX 5 Atlanta the collision occurred at the intersection of Duluth Highway and Frankie Lane and resulted in a fatality. Police said officers shut down the highway as they investigated and cleared the wreckage. FOX 5 Atlanta also reported that officials did not give a timeline for when the road would reopen.
Traffic and commute impacts
Traffic was diverted onto Pine Street, Hillside Drive and Mattison Street while crews worked, and drivers reported backups spilling into surrounding neighborhoods. Gwinnett-area highways have previously been closed for hours after serious wrecks, leading to long-lasting evening delays, as reported by WSB-TV. Motorists were urged to steer clear of the area until authorities cleared the scene.
What we don't know
Police have not released the cause of the collision or said whether any charges might be filed, according to FOX 5 Atlanta. Investigators typically remain on scene for hours to document evidence and reconstruct crashes, and Duluth police did not immediately respond to requests for additional comment. Hoodline will update this story as officials release more information.
