Accident News | Kendall County, Illinois
Three people, including a 4-year-old girl, lost their lives following a four-vehicle crash in Kendall County on Friday night. According to Illinois State Police, the collision occurred around 9:15 p.m. on Illinois Route 71 near Walker Road in Millbrook. Investigators said one driver attempted to pass several southbound vehicles before colliding head-on with an oncoming vehicle, triggering a chain-reaction crash involving four vehicles. Five people were transported to nearby hospitals with injuries, and authorities later confirmed that three of the victims died. The Kendall County Coroner’s Office identified the deceased as 65-year-old James Witter, 38-year-old Amy Lee Witter, and a 4-year-old girl, all of whom were from Des Moines, Iowa. The crash remains under investigation by Illinois State Police.
Source: WGN
At Phillips Law Offices, we extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones affected by this heartbreaking crash. Head-on collisions often result in devastating injuries and tragic loss of life, leaving families to face emotional and financial hardships. Our Illinois wrongful death and personal injury lawyers represent victims and their families, working to hold negligent parties accountable and pursue the compensation available under Illinois law.