Newnan, GA (April 22, 2025) – First responders, including paramedics, assessed and treated individuals hurt in the crash following a two-vehicle accident with injuries Tuesday at the intersection of Poplar Rd and the northbound on-ramp to I-85 at Exit 44.
Emergency crews arrived at the scene shortly after the incident was reported, finding two vehicles involved and confirmed injuries among the occupants. Medics provided care at the site and arranged for additional medical support where necessary.
The crash temporarily disrupted traffic on the on-ramp as responders worked to secure the scene and remove the vehicles involved. Police and fire officials remained on site to manage traffic and begin their investigation into the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with those impacted by this accident.
Navigating Ramp Merges and Interchange Safety in Coweta County
Highway on-ramps like the one at Poplar Rd and I-85 NB can be challenging for drivers, particularly where merging traffic must accelerate quickly and align with fast-moving vehicles. These junctions often experience increased accident risks due to misjudged speeds, failure to yield during merging, or sudden lane changes.
In Coweta County, traffic volume has steadily increased over the past decade, and areas near major interstate exits like Exit 44 have become more congested. When two vehicles collide in such settings, the chances of injury are elevated due to the speed differential and limited maneuvering space.
Safety improvements such as clearer signage, speed regulation near on-ramps, and driver education campaigns are ongoing throughout Georgia. Still, the responsibility falls heavily on individual drivers to approach on-ramps with caution, yield properly, and allow sufficient space for merging vehicles.
For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports.
