Illinois

Francisco Padilla-Gutierrez Killed in Accident at Kennedy Expressway in Chicago, IL

Published on: November 11, 2024

Date of Accident
November 4, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Francisco Padilla-Gutierrez
Type of Accident
Hit-and-Run
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

State Police are investigating a hit-and-run accident that killed a construction worker at Kennedy Expressway in Chicago, IL on November 4th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 9 p.m. According to reports, 54-year-old Francisco Padilla-Gutierrez was utilizing a mechanical lift while performing maintenance on the roadway when it was struck by a tractor-trailer. Following the collision, reports say the tractor-trailer left the area, two other vehicles colliding after. Padilla-Gutierrez was fatally injured in the crash. Authorities did not have additional information available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Illinois Police
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
Kennedy Expressway
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer collided with a lift before fleeing the scene

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