Car Stuck 20 Feet Above Highway in Atlanta Sparks Viral Sensation

A car became wedged under an overpass in Atlanta, with a driver's feet dangling 20 feet above the ground. Emergency crews safely rescued the individual.

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September 9, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Atlanta, United States — A bizarre incident has captured public attention after a vehicle became trapped beneath an overpass in Atlanta, with the driver’s legs hanging 20 feet above the highway below.

The scene unfolded on Sunday night near Interstate 20 and Windsor Street, where emergency responders arrived to find the car positioned between concrete beams supporting the road above. The unusual situation quickly spread online as people tried to understand how the crash occurred and whether the individual was unharmed.

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Footage from the scene showed the driver’s feet dangling over the edge of a beam, with onlookers and other drivers stopping to witness the spectacle. Fire crews worked to stabilize the car before the person inside was able to exit without needing specialized equipment. Grady EMS provided on-site care before transporting the individual to a hospital for further evaluation. The vehicle was later removed by tow trucks, restoring traffic flow on the highway.

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