Illinois

Driver Killed in Accident at I-94 and 59th St in Chicago, IL

Published on: April 7, 2025

Date of Accident
April 4, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Chicago Police are investigating a collision that killed a driver at I-94 and 59th St in Chicago, IL on April 4th, 2025. Authorities say the incident happened around 11:35 p.m. Officials say the a Nissan became disabled in a lane of moving travel before it was rear-ended by an approaching semi-truck. Officials say the sedan operator, who was not publicly identified, was taken to an area hospital with injuries they later died from. A passenger in the vehicle was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. Authorities did not have additional information available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Chicago Police
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck, Passenger Car
Road/Highway
I-94 and 59th St
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), serious injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-truck collided with the rear of a disabled sedan

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