Man found dead near I-20 ramp in Conyers identified
Authorities are investigating a death near an I-20 ramp in Conyers on September 30, 2026. (Credit: Conyers Police Department)
CONYERS, Ga. - Conyers police officers are investigating after a man was found dead on Wednesday morning at an I-20 construction site near Highway 138.
What we know:
Authorities said around 9 a.m., officers located the man's body at a Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) project site on I-20 near Highway 138.
Investigators confirmed that the man was not a construction worker and was not associated with the GDOT project.
Conyers police later identified the man as 68-year-old Brian Emery of Covington.
Criminal investigation detectives are gathering evidence at the site to determine the circumstances surrounding his death.
Police stated that there is no threat to the public. Emergency crews previously closed the I-20 westbound exit ramp to Highway 138 during the initial response.
What we don't know:
Officials have not disclosed how the man died or whether foul play is suspected.
What you can do:
Anyone with information that may assist detectives is asked to call CPD at 770-483-6600.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from the Conyers Police Department, who posted details about the active investigation and ramp closure on social media.