UPDATE: Whitfield County Sheriff Darren Pierce says the deadly crash on I-75 Southbound near the Dalton and Rocky Face exit was caused by a wrong-way driver.

That driver struck a semi-truck, which then collided with a third vehicle. Three are confirmed dead, according to the sheriff's office. Close

Photos from scene of deadly crash on I-75 in Whitfield County

Law enforcement is now letting traffic pass on the two far left lanes and shoulder as emergency crews remove debris from the scene.

Drivers are encouraged to find an alternate route off the interstate, such as Highway 41.

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Our reporters are speaking with witnesses and officials.

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