Driver killed on Ga. 316 in Gwinnett

A motorist was killed Sunday morning on Ga. 316 in Gwinnett County, police said.

The driver of a black Lexus, Sandro Lopez, 21, of Norcross, was traveling east and approaching Riverside Parkway at about 1:45 a.m. when he lost control of the vehicle and slid sideways, according to a press release from Lawrenceville police.

The driver slid into a center median and struck a guard rail, causing extensive damage to his vehicle.

He was transported to Gwinnett Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.

Check for updates.

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