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1 dead after crash on I-85 in north Charlotte

The crash happened on I-85 near exit 37, according to officials.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A crash on I-85 on Wednesday night left one person dead, Medic said.

The crash was reported just before 11 p.m. on Wednesday on S I-85 near the Beatties Ford Road exit. Medic says one person was pronounced dead at the scene.

All lanes of I-85 South reopened just before 1:40 a.m. following the deadly crash

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It's unclear how many vehicles were involved in the crash or if any charges will be filed.

More information will be released when it is available.

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