Hall County, GA — A three-vehicle crash has closed one southbound lane of Interstate 985 near mile marker 9, slowing traffic north of Friendship Road.
According to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office, the right lane of I-985 southbound was shut down following the crash reported near the Hall–Gwinnett county line. The incident occurred approximately one mile north of Friendship Road, a busy commuter route connecting to Buford and surrounding communities.
Authorities said the crash involved three vehicles, though officials have not yet released information about possible injuries or the circumstances leading up to the collision.
The Georgia State Patrol is investigating the crash, while Hall County Sheriff’s Office deputies are assisting with traffic control in the area. Drivers traveling southbound on I-985 may experience slowdowns and merging traffic as vehicles move into the remaining open lane.
Traffic congestion is expected during the response as emergency personnel work to manage the scene and clear damaged vehicles from the roadway.
Officials have not provided an estimated time for when the lane will reopen. Drivers are advised to use caution when approaching the area and allow extra travel time.
The stretch of I-985 near Friendship Road is heavily used by commuters traveling between Hall County, Gwinnett County, and metro Atlanta, particularly during peak travel hours.
For students, workers, and other commuters traveling through the corridor today, the closure could mean unexpected delays along the southbound route.
Authorities say updates will be provided if traffic conditions change or additional information becomes available.
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