A stalled vehicle and construction work have joined forces to turn the Downtown Connector into a parking lot. The stall is expected to be cleared shortly after 3 p.m., but traffic is backed up from Midtown to Turner Field.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.

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Helen Gilbert places flowers on her brother Eurie Martin’s grave at Camp Spring Baptist Church in Sandersville. Her brother died eight years ago. Three former Washington County deputies are accused of causing his death and are set to stand trial Monday. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez