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1 killed after north Georgia floodwaters sweep vehicle away
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Woman dies in single-car crash, DeKalb County police say
Margaret 
Margaret
Bureau Chief · Alpharetta, GA
Margaret is a veteran journalist with over 15 years of experience covering community issues across Georgia. She graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in Journalism and has worked for various local publications, including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and WABE radio. Her commitment to community storytelling has made her a well-respected figure in the local media landscape.
More from Margaret →Bureau Chief · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 6:54 PM · 1 min read
Share Add Us On Google Add as a preferred source on Google ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A woman died in a single-car crash in unincorporated Lithonia on Friday morning, DeKalb County police say. At around 1:11 a.m., officers were called to the accident at the intersection of S Deshon Road and Alford Road. Officers believe the car left the road and hit a tree, causing the driver to die of her injuries at the scene. The woman has not yet been publicly identified. Police are trying to figure out what led to the crash. This is a developing story. Check back with Atlanta News First as we learn more. Copyright 2026 WANF. All rights reserved.
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