Man Killed in Suburban Lake Cook Road Rollover Crash
Crash Details
Authorities in suburban Arlington Heights said a 69-year-old man is dead after a violent rollover crash on Lake Cook Road Saturday afternoon.
According to police, the man was driving a Jeep and pulled onto Lake Cook Road from a stop sign at Bloomington Road at approximately 4:30 p.m.
Cause of the Crash
The Jeep was struck on its driver’s side door by a BMW sedan, according to authorities. The force of the impact forced the Jeep to roll over multiple times, landing in the westbound lanes of the roadway.
Injuries and Fatalities
The man was airlifted to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced dead, according to Arlington Heights police.
The driver of the BMW, an 18-year-old, and two teen passengers were evaluated for their injuries at the scene but were not taken to hospitals by paramedics.
A third passenger in the vehicle was transported with non-life-threatening injuries, according to police.
Investigation
An investigation closed the roadway for several hours, and police are continuing to seek out camera footage and other evidence as part of that inquiry, according to authorities.
Conclusion
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and the devastating consequences that can result from reckless or careless behavior behind the wheel. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the victim and those involved in the crash.
FAQs
Q: What was the age of the victim?
A: The victim was 69 years old.
Q: What was the cause of the crash?
A: The Jeep was struck on its driver’s side door by a BMW sedan.
Q: What were the conditions of the other passengers?
A: The driver of the BMW, an 18-year-old, and two teen passengers were evaluated for their injuries at the scene but were not taken to hospitals by paramedics. A third passenger was transported with non-life-threatening injuries.
