Georgia man shot, killed on interstate

NORCROSS, Ga. (AP) -- A man was shot and killed while driving on a Georgia interstate Sunday, authorities said.

Steven Vallejo, 31, of Norcross, was shot on Interstate 85 near the southbound exit for Indian Trail Lilburn Road around 12:30 a.m. Sunday, news outlets reported.

Gwinnett County police said Vallejo was exiting the interstate when someone shot at his car. Vallejo was hospitalized and later died.

Police said the shooter hit the exit sign and fled the scene.

Authorities believe the vehicle was a silver or gray Chevrolet Malibu or Impala, that now has damage to the front end.

A motive for the shooting hasn't been determined but police believe road rage could be a factor.

Police have encouraged anyone with any information to contact local authorities.

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