Bibb County, GA — August 3, 2025, One person was killed following an 18-wheeler accident that occurred at around 11:53 P.M. on I-75.

According to reports, an unidentified man was walking along the northbound lanes of Interstate 75 near Bass Road when he was struck by an 18-wheeler.

When first responders arrived on the scene they found the man fatally injured and he was pronounced deceased. No other injuries were reported, and officials have not provided an update on the investigation's status.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When a pedestrian is struck by an 18-wheeler on an interstate highway, the immediate question is: How did the person come to be on foot in a high-speed traffic lane, and could the truck driver have avoided the collision? The reports so far don’t explain whether the pedestrian was walking along the shoulder, attempting to cross, or in a disabled vehicle situation that led him into traffic. Without that information, there’s no clear understanding of how this event unfolded.

A proper investigation should focus on several areas:

• Driver’s actions and visibility: Was the truck traveling at a speed that allowed time to react? Were lighting, weather, or roadway curves limiting visibility? Dash cameras or black box data may help answer these questions.
• Pedestrian circumstances: Investigators should determine why the man was on the roadway and whether there were other vehicles or hazards involved prior to the collision.
• Witness statements and 911 records: These can shed light on whether other motorists saw the pedestrian before the crash, suggesting how visible or avoidable the situation may have been.
• Roadway factors: Poor lighting, lack of barriers, or blind spots on the interstate can create conditions where pedestrians are especially vulnerable.

Without more details, it’s impossible to say whether this was a matter of unavoidable timing or if safety failures contributed to the outcome. A thorough, evidence-based investigation is essential to provide answers about how and why this collision occurred.

Key Takeaways:

• Key facts remain unknown, including why the pedestrian was on the interstate and how visible he was to approaching drivers.
• Black box data, dash cams, and witness statements will be critical in understanding the truck’s actions before impact.
• Roadway design and lighting conditions may have played a role and should be examined.
• Determining accountability requires more than knowing who was involved—it depends on evidence about the circumstances leading up to the crash.