Destiny Dixon, 23, died, several pedestrians injured following a crash involving a car and a semi truck on Interstate 55 in Grundy County, Illinois

Modified Date: 
Wed, 01/03/2024 - 8:00am
Accident Date: 
Monday, January 1, 2024

Fatal Crash Near Braidwood

The fatal accident happened when a passenger vehicle struck a semitrailer, which caused the passenger vehicle to roll over in the left lane. Several cars pulled over to assist the accident victims. Then a second crash occured in the same location when a passing vehicle struck some of the pedestrians.

Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Destiny Dixon
Roadway: 
Interstate 55