Illinois

Six Injured in Accident at I-57 near Dix in Jefferson County, IL

Published on: August 6, 2024

Date of Accident
August 4, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-57, Dix, Jefferson County, IL, USA

What Happened

Illinois State Police are investigating a crash that injured multiple people at I-57 near Dix in Jefferson County, IL on Austin 4th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 2 p.m. According to investigators, a semi-truck is said to have failed to stop before colliding with the rear of a pickup truck and semi-truck in traffic. Reports indicate one truck caught fire and six people in total were hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Illinois State Police
Vehicles Involved
Pickup Truck, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-57
Injuries Sustained

Various injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Pickup Truck and a Semi-Truck were involved in a collision

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