Thursday afternoon traffic along Covington Highway turned into a long wait as officers locked down the intersection at Miller Road in DeKalb County, just steps from Miller Grove Middle School. A heavy law-enforcement presence and multiple ambulances converged on the area while police held vehicles in place. News helicopter footage showed a car off the roadway near a wooded stretch, visibly damaged, as authorities described the situation as active.
The DeKalb County Police Department confirmed the incident at Covington Highway and Miller Road to Channel 2 Action News, according to WSB-TV. The station’s NewsChopper 2 video showed several police units and ambulances at the scene, with reporters pointing out the damaged vehicle sitting off the road near the tree line. As of the outlet’s latest update, officers had not released additional details about what led up to the incident.
School Nearby
Miller Grove Middle School is located a short distance from the intersection; the school’s website lists its address as 2215 Miller Road in Decatur, according to Miller Grove Middle School. The campus serves students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the DeKalb County School District.
Local Context
Covington Highway is a busy corridor that has seen serious crashes in recent years. In April 2024, for example, FOX 5 Atlanta reported a fatal collision near the same Miller Road and Covington Highway intersection. Drivers and parents should plan for delays in the area while police continue their work at the scene and are urged to follow guidance from local authorities and broadcasters.
Channel 2 Action News reported that its newsroom was still working to gather more details and provided live coverage of the unfolding situation. For the latest on the investigation, see WSB-TV. This story will be updated as officials release further information.
