2-Vehicle Accident Blocks I-285 South in Atlanta

2-Vehicle Accident Blocks I-285 South in Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA – The left lane and shoulder on I-285 South after South Cobb Drive is currently blocked due to a two-vehicle collision. 

WSB Traffic announced the crash at 3:47 p.m. According to Georgia Department of Transportation footage, it seems the accident was between a white SUV and dark-colored mini van. No transportation crews and law enforcement have arrived at the accident scene to initiate a formal closure. Drivers approaching the area are urged to proceed with caution and merge into a different lane until officials can clear the scene. 

Cobb Co: Crash impacting the left lane on I-285/sb (Outer Loop) past S Cobb Dr. (Exit 15) starting to cause some delays. #ATLtraffic pic.twitter.com/gqKYYidU6f

— Triple Team Traffic (@WSBTraffic) May 5, 2025

The exact cause of the crash, including sustained injuries, has not been announced at this time. 

Updates will be added after our team learns more. 

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