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2 people remain hospitalized after crash at Cochran Motor Speedway injures seven

It happened as track crews were getting the track ready for an open practice.

COCHRAN, Ga. — The Cochran Motor Speedway has released more information on a Saturday night accident that left seven people injured.

According to a news release, it happened as track crews were getting the track ready for an open practice. Video from Saturday night shows a car running off the track and going into the pit area after knocking down a retaining wall.

All seven people who were injured were taken to hospitals in Bleckley County and Macon. Only two people remain hospitalized Monday with non-life-threatening injuries.

The state Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the accident.

"We thank all of those who responded so quickly to the accident on Saturday night," said track co-owner Joni Martin.  "Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone that was involved with this accident."

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