Accident News | Des Plaines, Illinois
A DUI-related crash on Interstate 294 in Des Plaines left one tollway worker dead and two others injured early Saturday morning, according to Illinois State Police. The incident occurred shortly before 4:30 a.m. on the southbound lanes of I-294 near Devon Avenue while a maintenance crew was performing pothole repair work along the roadway.
Authorities said a vehicle entered the work zone and struck three tollway employees. Emergency responders transported all three workers to nearby hospitals for treatment. One of the workers, later identified as 52-year-old Calvin L. Holley of Chicago, succumbed to his injuries.
Following an investigation, state police arrested 37-year-old Paul R. Ong of Berwyn in connection with the crash. Prosecutors have charged Ong with one count of Aggravated Driving Under the Influence Involving Death. He remains in custody awaiting his initial court appearance.
The fatal crash prompted condolences from Illinois officials, including Governor JB Pritzker, who described the incident as heartbreaking and recognized the dangers faced by roadway workers.
Source: ABC7 Chicago
At Phillips Law Offices, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of the worker who lost his life in this tragic crash. Incidents involving impaired driving can have devastating consequences, especially for construction and maintenance crews working to keep Illinois roadways safe. Our Chicago DUI accident lawyer represents individuals and families affected by serious motor vehicle accidents throughout Illinois. Our focus is on holding negligent drivers accountable and helping injured victims and their loved ones pursue the compensation available under state law.