Atlanta, GA (January 10, 2026) – A major multi-vehicle accident brought traffic to a halt early Friday morning along the southbound lanes of the Downtown Connector (I-75/I-85) near University Avenue, with confirmed injuries at the scene.
The crash occurred in the early morning hours of January 9 and involved eight vehicles. Emergency crews responded quickly to the scene, providing medical assistance to those injured in the pileup. Specific details about the number and severity of injuries have not been released, but officials confirmed that EMS teams were actively treating victims on-site.
By approximately 6:30 a.m., the crash scene was cleared and lanes were gradually reopened, according to traffic authorities. The cause of the multi-car collision remains under investigation by Atlanta Police and state transportation officials.
In a separate incident that same morning, a pedestrian suffered serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle on westbound Lawrenceville Highway in DeKalb County.
We extend our sincere wishes for recovery to all those injured in these incidents and thank the emergency personnel for their swift and dedicated response.
