Illinois

Wendy Haase Killed in Accident at I-55 near Towanda, IL

Published on: September 8, 2021

Date of Accident
September 5, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Wendy Haase
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-55, Towanda, IL, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed a woman at I-55 near Towanda, IL on September 5th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 4:40 p.m. Police say 46-year-old Wendy Haase was attempting cross I-55 in a northbound lane when she was struck by a semi-truck. She was taken to an area hospital with injuries she later died from. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Illinois State Police
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck, Passenger Car
Road/Highway
I-55
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Pedestrian attempting to cross the interstate was struck by a passing vehicle

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