Crime & Safety

Person Killed on Northside Perimeter

The accident happened early Wednesday morning near Spaghetti Junction, and caused several miles of delays.

Atlanta, GA -- A person was struck early Wednesday morning on the northside Perimeter in DeKalb County, causing several miles of delays and blocking the ramp onto I-85.

Initial reports indicate the person may have stopped to change a tire when the fatality occurred.

Officials were recommending Chamblee Tucker Road as an alternate to get to the highway.

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