1 dead in crash on I-85 north of Charlotte

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) – A crash on I-85 north of Charlotte left one person dead early Friday morning.

The accident occurred just after 1:30 a.m. on I-85 South near Beatties Ford Road

The paramedic confirmed the one death but reported no other injuries.

The southbound lanes were closed for more than two hours while Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police and Highway Patrol responded to the scene.

It is unclear what led to the accident and how many vehicles were involved.

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