Illinois

Driver Killed in Accident at Route 53 in Joliet, IL

Published on: February 19, 2024

Date of Accident
February 16, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Route 53, Joliet, IL, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at Route 53 in Joliet, IL on February 16th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 5:30 a.m. According to investigators, the incident involved a Chevrolet Cobalt and tractor-trailer Reports allege the tractor-trailer was stopped with active hazard lighting on the curb lane of the southbound lanes when it was rear ended by the approaching Chevrolet. The driver of the Chevrolet, a 23-year-old man who was not publicly identified, died at the scene. Authorities did not have any additional information available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Illinois State Police
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Cobalt, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
Route 53
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Cobalt collided with the rear of a stopped tractor-trailer

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