Andrew Salka, 17, killed in pedestrian collision on East 73rd Avenue in Merrillville, Indiana
Modified Date:
Wed, 10/19/2016 - 2:48pmAccident Date:
Monday, October 17, 201617-Year-Old Boy Dies After Being Struck By Vehicle In NW Indiana
Salka was struck by a vehicle in the 600 block of East 73rd Avenue in Merrillville, Indiana, according to the medical examiner’s office. He lived nearby in the 6500 block of East 84th Drive in Merrillville.
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Type: Pedestrian Accident
People Involved:
Andrew Salka
Roadway:
East 73rd AvenueCity:
Merrillville, INCounty:
Lake County, INArea:
Chicago, IL
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