Illinois

Darren Ratke Injured in Accident at Cherry Valley Rd and Snake Rd in DeKalb County, IL

Published on: December 18, 2023

Date of Accident
December 14, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Darren Ratke
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Cherry Valley Road & Snake Rd, Kingston Township, DeKalb County, IL, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a man at Cherry Valley Rd and Snake Rd in DeKalb County, IL on December 14th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 4:30 p.m. According to investigators, tires became detached from a semi-truck under unclear circumstances. Reports say the two tires struck a van operated by 28-year-old Darren Ratke, causing the van to veer into a ditch where it overturned. Officials say Ratke was injured and the driver of the semi-truck was cited for unsafe equipment. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
DeKalb County
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck, Van
Road/Highway
Cherry Valley Rd and Snake Rd
Injuries Sustained

Undisclosed injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Van was struck by loose semi-truck tires

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