Elizabeth Brackett killed in bicycle collision on 39th Street in Chicago, Illinois
Modified Date:
Mon, 06/18/2018 - 7:19amAccident Date:
Wednesday, June 13, 2018Elizabeth Brackett, veteran Chicago journalist, in coma after bike accident
Brackett is an accomplished triathlete who won five international titles in her age group, including one last year. WTTW reports she was training for another triathlon when the accident occurred.
Elizabeth Brackett, Award-Winning Journalist And Triathlete Dead At 76; ‘She Was Extraordinary’
Described by her colleagues as tenacious and driven, veteran Chicago journalist Elizabeth Brackett died Sunday night, four days after a bicycle accident on the Lakefront.
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Type: Bicycle Accident
People Involved:
Elizabeth Brackett
Roadway:
39th StreetCity:
Chicago, ILCounty:
Cook County, ILArea:
Chicago, IL
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