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Wreck closes I-285 North in DeKalb County

It was not immediately clear if there were significant injuries involved in the wreck.

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — UPDATE: Traffic cameras show one lane of cars is being allowed to pass through on the right shoulder.

Original story below

A wreck in DeKalb County has closed all lanes of I-285 North where it meets I-85.

DeKalb County Police said the shutdown was due to a "vehicle accident" and asked drivers to avoid the area if possible.

Traffic cameras showed cars stopped by at least two fire/emergency response vehicles.

It was not immediately clear if there were significant injuries involved in the wreck. 

It was also not clear if drivers on I-285 could still get onto I-85 at the interchange, or if drivers going up I-85 North could exit onto I-285.

How to get around it

  • Those looking to get around the stoppage can exit I-285 at Chamblee-Tucker Road, go to Northcrest Road, to where it meets Oak Cliff Road, then travel back down Buford Highway to I-285. 

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