59-Year-Old Man Killed in Car Crash with Semi-Tractor on Illinois 47 near Dwight

59-Year-Old Man Killed in Car Crash with Semi-Tractor on Illinois 47 near Dwight

Pontiac, Illinois (December 23, 2017) – A 59-year-old man was on Thursday evening killed in a car crash with a semi-tractor on Illinois Route 47, according to Illinois State Police.

The collision took place at around 6:00 p.m. Thursday, December 21, on Illinois 47, south of Dwight.

Police said the man was driving a car southbound on Illinois 47 when he swerved into the path of oncoming traffic and collided with a semi-tractor.

The car driver was pronounced deceased at the scene, according to the Livingston County Coroner’s office. Details on the identity of the victim were not released.

The driver of the semi was not injured, and an investigation into the crash is ongoing.

Losing a loved one due to an accident is devastating and one may feel that all is lost. Whereas we understand that no amount of compensation can bring back the life of a loved one, or heal the scars that an accident has caused, we believe that the negligent party should be held responsible.

At Roach Law Car Accident Lawyers, we have a team of skilled lawyers who will conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and file a case to make sure that you are compensated. Such compensation will include wage loss and medical expenses. Contact our office today at (636) 519-0085 to speak with an attorney. We offer a free consultation.

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