Cobb County Police Investigate Suspicious Item on I-75 Causing Road Closure

On Friday afternoon, part of I-75 in Cobb County was closed for nearly two hours due to a suspicious item. Cobb police reported that the item, described as a pipe with wires on both ends, was later determined to be harmless by authorities.

Police were alerted to the item and immediately shut down the highway to conduct an investigation. The closure caused major delays for motorists traveling through the area.

Authorities have confirmed that despite initial concerns, the item was found to be empty and presented no hazardous threat. The scene was cleared and the highway was reopened for regular traffic.

This incident serves as a reminder to always be cautious and aware of your surroundings when encountering any suspicious items on the road. If you come across something that raises concern, do not hesitate to report it to the authorities.

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Source: ATL Newsroom

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