Truck driver charged in deaths of 8 family members on interstate highway

Eight Lives Lost in Tragic I-85 Crash in Georgia — Officials Urge Caution, Safe Driving Habits

A heartbreaking collision on Georgia’s I-85 has claimed the lives of eight members from the same family, including several children. Authorities report that the deadly chain-reaction crash began when a truck rear-ended a van, setting off a series of collisions involving multiple vehicles. As the investigation continues, officials are using this tragedy to remind drivers of the life-saving importance of staying alert, avoiding distractions, and maintaining safe distances on the road.