Illinois

Driver Killed in Semi-Truck Accident at I-294 near 5th Ave in Lyons, IL

Published on: July 1, 2021

Date of Accident
June 30, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-294, Hazel Crest, IL, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed a driver at I-294 near 5th Ave in Lyons, IL on June 30th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 1:45 a.m. A semi-truck was reportedly stopped in a southbound lane due to construction when it was struck from the rear by a second truck. The driver suffered fatal injuries in the collision. The other driver was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Illinois State Police
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-294 near 5th Ave
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-truck stopped for construction was struck from the rear by a second truck

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