Bolingbrook, IL – Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Semi-Truck on I-55 near Route 53

Bolingbrook, IL (June 25, 2023) – A truck accident was reported in the Bolingbrook area on Friday morning that claimed one person’s life.

At around 3:15 a.m. on June 23, authorities were called to the scene of a crash that occurred on Interstate 55.

Reports from authorities show that a vehicle was traveling on the interstate during the early morning hours. The vehicle ran out of gas, prompting the driver to pull over to the side of the road while traveling on the northbound lanes.

As the driver and passenger exited the vehicle, they were struck by a semi, which fled the scene of the crash.

Authorities arrived at the scene and located the two victims in the area near Route 53.

One of the pedestrians was fatally injured as a result of the crash. They were identified as a 28-year-old female. The second victim suffered severe injuries and was rushed to an area hospital.

At this time, the incident is being investigated.

We hope the injured victim is able to recover quickly.

Our condolences go out to the family of the victim who died in this crash.

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