Illinois

One Person Injured in Accident at I-70 in Effingham County, IL

Published on: October 15, 2024

Date of Accident
October 14, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-70, Dennison, Effingham County, IL, USA

What Happened

Illinois State Police are investigating a crash that injured at least one person at I-70 in Effingham County, IL on October 14th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 4:20 p.m. According to investigators, an eastbound semi-truck is alleged to have failed to control its sped before colliding with a second truck slowing for traffic ahead. Reports say a passenger in the first truck was hospitalized with serious injuries while both drivers were allegedly uninjured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Illinois State Police
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-70
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial Truck was involved in a collision with another vehicle

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