Illinois

Iliyan Shopski Killed in Accident at I-294 near Alsip, IL

Published on: July 11, 2022

Date of Accident
July 7, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-294, Alsip, IL, USA

What Happened

Cook County Police are investigating a crash that killed a driver at I-294 near Alsip, IL on July 7th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 9:20 a.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer that was disabled in the right shoulder of the interstate was struck from the road by a second tractor-trailer. Police say the second trailer veered across the interstate before crashing into a concrete median barrier. One driver, identified as 26-year-old Iliyan Shopski, was taken to an area hospital with injuries he died from.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Cook County Police
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
I-294
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Two Tractor-trailers were involved in a collision

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