Soldier and firefighter rush to help driver in fatal I-85 accident in Troup County
A tragic incident occurred on Thursday when a driver lost control of his pickup truck on Interstate 85 near Hogansville, resulting in a fatal crash into Flat Creek. The highway was closed in both directions for several hours as emergency responders, including an Army soldier and off-duty firefighter, attempted a rescue. Despite their efforts, the driver did not survive. The interstate was fully closed for cleanup and reopened by 1:45 p.m. The driver's identity and the cause of the accident have not been disclosed. Stay tuned for a comprehensive report on this event later today on FOX LOCAL and FOX 5 Atlanta.
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