1 dead after Albany fatal car accident on Liberty Expressway

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - A woman died after a fatal car accident involving two tractor-trailers Thursday on Liberty Expressway, according to the Albany Police Department (APD).

Police said just before 6:30 p.m., a white Nissan Altima was traveling on Liberty Expressway near Exit 6B. The Altima lost control and crossed over the median. As the vehicle lost control, it turned counterclockwise and was hit by an 18-wheeler and then struck by another 18-wheeler. The vehicle then crossed back over the median where the vehicle came to a rest.

The victim has been identified as Shayartta Ashberry, 36, of Dawson. Police said Ashberry died from fatal injuries.

Both tractor-trailer drivers are alert and stable and didn’t have major injuries, said police.

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