August 27, 2019

Update

The driver of the vehicle was identified as 33-year-old Dennis Favre of Dallas, Georgia. Next of kin has been notified.

August 26, 2019

The Cobb County Police Department Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Unit is investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Precinct Three on Monday, August 26, 2019, at 12:43 p.m. on Interstate 75 at Akers Mill Road.

Per investigators, a grey 2007 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling north on Interstate 75. For reasons unknown, the Chevrolet exited off the interstate onto Akers Mill Road HOV ramp. The Chevrolet continued up the ramp at a high rate of speed, traveled through the intersection, and collided with the concrete barrier on the north side of the intersection. The barrier was unable to contain the Chevrolet and it continued off the ramp and came to an uncontrolled rest in the gore area of Interstate 75, just north of Akers Mill Road.

The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene. Next of kin has not been notified.

The collision remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Cobb County Police Department at 770-499-3987.

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