ARCHDALE, N.C. (WGHP) — Archdale police found a large rock in a northbound lane of Interstate 85 on Thursday, according to an Archdale Police Department news release.

Around 10 a.m., Archdale officers responded to I-85 near Exit 113-A after receiving a report of a large rock in a northbound lane. The rock severely damaged three vehicles and closed two northbound lanes of I-85 for two hours.  

The rock measured approximately 48” long, 29” wide and 16” tall. It appeared to have been dislodged while in tow.

Archdale police are asking for the public’s help in finding the rock’s owner.  

If you or someone you know lost the rock, contact Archdale police at (336) 434-3134 to claim ownership.  

  • Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes
    Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes
  • Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes
    Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes
  • Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes
    Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes
  • Archdale police find large rock on I-85
    Archdale police find large rock on I-85
  • Archdale police find large rock on I-85
    Archdale police find large rock on I-85
  • Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes
    Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes
  • Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes
    Archdale police ask for help finding owner of large rock that severely damaged 3 vehicles on I-85, shut down lanes

If you witnessed the incident or have knowledge of the person or vehicle responsible, please contact the APD direct or Crimestoppers for anonymous tips at (336) 861-STOP (7867).