A crash on Interstate 57 in southern Champaign County resulted in the death of one and the serious injury of another. According to Illinois State Police, a Nissan van was traveling south on I-57 when, about a mile south of the exit for U.S. 45 at Pesotum, it collided with the rear of a second vehicle. As a result of the collision, the Nissan van was diverted off of the road and hit several small trees. A passenger in the Nissan van was thrown from the van and is in serious condition. The driver was brought to Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana and was unfortunately pronounced dead. The second vehicle involved continued driving after being hit and has yet to be identified. State police are asking anyone who has information on the second driver or who saw what happened to call the Zone 5 office at 217-278-5004 or send an email to ISP.DCI.Zone05 @illinois.gov.
Automobile accidents can happen for a variety of reasons. Many times drivers make negligent errors or are intoxicated, mechanical defects can also cause vehicles on the road to malfunction and collide with other vehicles. The attorneys at Spiros Law are well equipped to handle a variety of different types of auto accident cases. If you or a loved one is a victim of a motor vehicle accident, the Champaign-Urbana accident attorneys of Spiros Law are ready to fight to get you the compensation you deserve. To speak with one of our attorneys, contact our offices.
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