Beach Park Crash Leaves 18-year-old Dead, 3 Others Injured
Multivehicle Crash Occurs on Intersection of Lewis and Leland Avenues
A multi-vehicle crash in Beach Park left one person dead and three others injured Saturday night. Lake County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the intersection of Lewis Avenue and Leland Avenue around 11:45 p.m. to a report of a crash.
Cause of the Crash
Investigators said a 21-year-old man from Zion, driving a Toyota Avalon, failed to slow down for traffic ahead and collided with a Dodge Journey. The Toyota then struck a Nissan Sentra before crossing into the northbound lanes and colliding head-on with a Chevrolet Malibu. A Ford Edge narrowly avoided the crash but was damaged by debris.
Victims
The driver of the Toyota Avalon was transported to a nearby hospital with minor injuries, while a 17-year-old male passenger from Waukegan was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
The driver of the Chevrolet Malibu, an 18-year-old man from Waukegan, was transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
The driver of the Dodge Journey, a 29-year-old man from Zion, was treated for minor injuries at an area hospital, and the driver of the Nissan Sentra, a 37-year-old woman from Waukegan, was unharmed.
Investigation
The crash remains under investigation by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Technical Crash Investigations Team.
Conclusion
The tragic loss of life and the severity of injuries in this crash serve as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices. It is essential that all drivers prioritize caution and attention on the road to avoid similar incidents in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
* Q: Where did the crash occur?
A: The crash occurred at the intersection of Lewis Avenue and Leland Avenue in Beach Park, Illinois.
* Q: How many vehicles were involved in the crash?
A: Five vehicles were involved in the crash.
* Q: Were there any fatalities?
A: Yes, one person was pronounced dead at the scene.
* Q: Are there ongoing investigations into the crash?
A: Yes, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Technical Crash Investigations Team is investigating the crash.
