One Person Dead in Overnight Car Crash in Park Ridge
By Accident.NEWS
Publish Date: October 3, 2023
Fatal
Early Tuesday morning, a one-car crash in suburban Park Ridge resulted in the death of one person. The incident occurred at around 2:38 a.m. on Oakton Street, according to officials.
The car involved in the crash had only one occupant who tragically lost their life. Authorities have not released any information regarding the identity of the victim or the circumstances leading up to the accident.
As a result of the crash, several roads were closed off by local law enforcement for investigation purposes. Specifically, Oakton Street between Greenwood and Cumberland was expected to remain inaccessible for "several hours," as stated by Park Ridge Police.
Photographs from the scene depict a severely damaged dark-colored vehicle resting on someone's yard. Debris from both the car itself and nearby structures can be seen scattered across both private property and public roadways, as well as powerlines hanging down from a pole.
At this time, no further details have been provided regarding what may have caused this tragic incident. As it is an ongoing investigation, more information is anticipated to become available soon.
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Tags: Fatality, Auto, Illinois, Chicago, Car Crash, Fatal Accident, Police Investigation, Road Closure, Breaking, Park Ridge
Incident at a Glance
- Parties Involved:
- Unknown
- Vehicles:
- Car
- Fatality:
- YES
- State:
- Illinois
- City:
- Park Ridge
- Location:
- 1000 block of Oakton Street, Park Ridge, Illinois
- Date of Incident:
- 2023-10-03
- Time of Incident:
- 2:38 a.m.
1000 block of Oakton Street, Park Ridge, Illinois
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