Accident News | Kendall County, Illinois
A fatal crash involving a semi-truck forced the closure of a highway in Kendall County on Tuesday afternoon, disrupting traffic for several hours. According to the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened around 1:13 p.m. on U.S. 52 near Church Road in Lisbon Township. The collision involved a semi-truck and another vehicle, and one person was killed. Authorities did not immediately identify the victim or disclose what caused the crash.
Deputies with the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office and Illinois State Police responded to the scene. Officials said the roadway would remain closed while investigators examined the crash. Motorists were advised to use alternate routes, and the highway was still closed as of 3:40 p.m., according to state police.
Source: NBC Chicago
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