Chaos on Georgia Highway: Officer's Move Causes Extended Road Closure, Leaving Travelers Stranded Overnight

A Georgia law enforcement official is now confronting significant legal consequences after utilizing a government-issued vehicle for an unauthorized night out. Alexis Latrice Friendly, 27, allegedly drove under the influence, resulting in a multi-vehicle collision on the Fourth of July. This incident caused a major segment of I-20 in Georgia to be closed for several hours and left at least one individual with severe injuries. The accident transpired just before midnight, approximately 22 miles from Atlanta in Douglas County. As a parole and probation officer with the Georgia Department of Community Supervision, Friendly operated a state-owned Ford Explorer, which collided with a Toyota Corolla, injuring its driver who required airlifting to Kennestone Hospital. The collision chain reaction involved further impacts with other vehicles, shutting down all eastbound lanes for a lengthy investigation. Friendly was arrested at the location for driving under the influence and is charged with multiple offenses. The Georgia DCS has suspended her pending the investigation. Public sentiment reflects little sympathy toward Friendly, emphasizing concerns over her position in law enforcement.