Cyclist Robert Kirn, 59, dies after attempting to cross Route 394, getting struck by vehicle in Chicago Heights, IL
Modified Date:
Fri, 11/10/2017 - 3:08pmAccident Date:
Wednesday, April 29, 2015Cyclist Who Tried To Cross Route 394 Struck And Killed By Vehicle
The driver was not issued any citations, police said.
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59-year-old Robert Kirn was riding his bicycle on Route 394 at about 7:49 p.m. when he attempted to cross all lanes of traffic and was hit by a vehicle heading north. He was transported to the hospital where he was eventually pronounced dead. At this time the driver does not appear to be at fault.
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Type: Bicycle Accident
People Involved:
Robert Kirn
Roadway:
Route 394City:
Chicago Heights, ILCounty:
Cook County, ILArea:
Chicago, IL
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