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Demolition Derby Crash Kills Two, Injures Three
4 Apr
Summary
- A fiery crash involving five vehicles occurred at a busy intersection.
- Two drivers were killed, and three juveniles were hospitalized.
- The incident caused a power outage for hundreds of customers.
A catastrophic fiery crash involving five vehicles at the intersection of Chicago Road and Joe Orr Road in Chicago Heights resulted in the deaths of two drivers and the hospitalization of three juveniles. The incident, which witnesses likened to a "demolition derby" due to its chaotic nature and widespread vehicle damage, occurred on Friday evening. Heavy rain and lightning created challenging conditions for investigators examining the scene, which featured mangled metal and debris scattered across the roadway and adjacent grass.
Compounding the tragedy, the force of the collision snapped a power pole, leaving hundreds of nearby ComEd customers without electricity. Emergency services worked to save lives amidst the wreckage. Loved ones of the victims were inconsolable at the scene as they awaited information from authorities. Chicago Heights police are continuing their investigation to determine the exact cause of the severe accident, with the extent of the damage suggesting high speeds may have been a factor.
