Overview
- Illinois State Police say multiple crashes on westbound I-88 near Winfield Road led to a fatal collision on Saturday night when a car that had slowed for an earlier crash was rear-ended.
- The driver of the slowed vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene and has not been publicly identified.
- Troopers closed westbound I-88 for several hours for cleanup and investigation, with the roadway reopening at about 3:30 a.m.
- NBC Chicago reported at least four vehicles were involved and that one driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI, though authorities have not said whether that arrest relates to the fatal collision.
- Officials have released limited details about what caused the initial crash and the investigation continues amid growing public concern about the dangers of secondary crashes and roadside safety.