Incident Overview
- Date and Time: June 29, 2025, at approximately 12:02 a.m.
- Location: Interchange of I-85 South and GA-400 North, near Lindbergh Drive, under the GA-400 overpass in northeast Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia.
- Type of Incident: Motorcycle crash involving a collision with an SUV.
- Outcome: The crash resulted in at least one fatality, with the Fulton County Medical Examiner present at the scene, indicating a serious or fatal outcome. Injuries were also reported, though specific details on the number or severity of injuries to other parties are not fully documented in the provided sources.
Details of the Crash
According to reports, a motorcyclist riding a 1997 BMW motorcycle was merging onto I-85 northbound when the incident occurred. The motorcycle was following a 2019 Honda C-HR (an SUV) when traffic slowed. The rider was unable to decelerate in time and rear-ended the SUV. The impact caused the motorcyclist to be thrown from the motorcycle, resulting in their death at the scene. The Georgia State Patrol (GSP) confirmed the fatality, though the victim’s name has not been released in the available reports.
The presence of the Fulton County Medical Examiner suggests the crash was fatal, aligning with reports of the motorcyclist’s death. Emergency response teams, including the Georgia State Patrol, Atlanta Fire Department, and HERO (Highway Emergency Response Operators) units, were dispatched to the scene. A wrecker was used to reposition the involved SUV for investigative purposes, indicating an active and thorough investigation by GSP.
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Call 404-348-0884Impact on Traffic
The crash caused significant traffic disruptions on two of Atlanta’s major freeway systems, I-85 and GA-400. The incident led to the closure of multiple lanes on I-85 northbound, particularly near the GA-400 interchange (Exit 87). Traffic was heavily backed up from the 17th Street exit on the Downtown Connector through to the crash site, with reported speeds dropping to between 0 and 20 mph. A “Red Alert” was issued by 11Alive Traffic Trackers due to the severity of the delays. Drivers heading north from Midtown or Buckhead were advised to use alternate routes such as Peachtree Street to avoid the congestion.
Additional Context
- Emergency Response: The response involved multiple agencies, including GSP, Atlanta Fire, HERO units, and the Fulton County Medical Examiner. The presence of the medical examiner underscores the severity of the incident, typically indicating a fatality.
- Investigation: The Georgia State Patrol was actively investigating the scene, with traffic reporters noting that a wrecker lowered the SUV back into place to assist with the investigation. This suggests a detailed examination of the crash dynamics, potentially to determine factors like speed, road conditions, or driver behavior.
- Alternate Routes: Authorities recommended alternate routes for drivers, such as Peachtree Street, to bypass the heavy delays caused by lane closures and the ongoing investigation.
Discrepancies and Clarifications
There is a minor discrepancy in the sources regarding the direction of travel on I-85. Some reports indicate the crash occurred on I-85 northbound near GA-400, while one source mentions I-85 South in the context of the interchange. Given the detailed account from 11Alive and GSP, the crash likely occurred on I-85 northbound, as the motorcyclist was merging onto I-85 north when the collision happened. The reference to I-85 South may pertain to the interchange’s impact on both directions of traffic or a reporting error.
Note: This post is based on secondary sources, and our team has not independently verified the details of the accident. If you find any inaccuracies, please contact Wolfe Law Group so we can update the post with the correct information. We will also remove the post upon request.
Disclaimer: The purpose of this post is to inform our readers about the dangers of driving and to provide information for people who are injured in an accident in Georgia. This post is not a solicitation for business. None of the information provided is intended to be legal or medical advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene.
