Illinois

Victoria Piela Killed in Pedestrian at Washington St in Grayslake, IL

Date of Accident
July 29, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Victoria Piela
Type of Accident
Auto-Pedestrian
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Washington St (Grayslake), Grayslake, IL, USA

What Happened

Illinois State Police are investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian at Washington St in Grayslake, IL on July 29th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 10:15 a.m. According to investigators, a Ford Escape and Ford F-350 were involved in a collision that occurred under unclear circumstances. Following the collision, the truck was pushed from the vehicle into a pedestrian that was near the intersection with Atkinson Rd. The 18-year-old Grayslake pedestrian,  identified as Victoria Piela, was taken to an area hospital with injuries they later died from. The drivers involved had non-life-threatening injuries, according to officials. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Illinois Stte Police
Vehicles Involved
Ford F-350, Ford Escape
Road/Highway
Washington St
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford F-350 and a Ford Escape were involved in a collision with a pedestrian

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