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At least one dead in crash on Route 50 at Kankakee/Will county line Friday

Illinois State Police vehicle sits at the Speed Catches Up With You speed awareness campaign on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 in Joliet.

At least one person has died in a three-vehicle crash Friday morning along Illinois Route 50 at the Kankakee and Will County line.

A spokesperson with the Illinois State Police said the incident took place about 7:30 a.m. along Route 50 at West County Line Road (12000N Road).

All lanes were closed following the crash. District 5 troopers responded to the scene.

Three people were taken to an area hospital with injuries, one of whom was later pronounced dead.

No further information is available at this time.

Lee Provost

Lee Provost

Lee Provost is the managing editor of The Daily Journal. He covers local government, business and any story of interest. I've been a local reporter for more than 35 years.