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Police investigation underway near Stone Mountain Park
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Kimberly Wright , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The area affected is along Highway 78, where part of the road is closed.
Traffic is heavily congested near Stone Mountain Park due to a police investigation. The area affected is along Highway 78, where part of the road is closed. People traveling through the area can expect significant delays.
Details about the investigation are scarce, as authorities have not released any information about its nature. The Gwinnett Police Department is handling the investigation, although they have not responded to requests for more details. For the latest updates, readers can check with local news sources, such as the WSB-TV News app or Daily Headlines Newsletter, which may provide additional information as it becomes available.
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Category: safety Published: August 1, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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