Commuters in south suburban Calumet Park faced significant delays Tuesday morning following a disturbing incident on Interstate 57. A pedestrian was hit by a vehicle on the highway near 127th Street at approximately 6 a.m., causing all northbound lanes of the busy interstate to be closed, as reported by the Chicago Sun-Times. The condition of the individual struck by the vehicle wasn't immediately known, and they were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Whilst, the Illinois State Police diverted northbound traffic at 127th Street to manage the situation. As of 7:30 a.m., the shutdown remained in effect, raising concerns for those heading into the morning rush. According to the CBS News Chicago, morning commuters were advised to look for alternative routes to circumvent the area and avoid potential long waits resulting from the accident.
The Illinois State Police took charge of the investigative efforts to determine the series of events that led to the collision. There was no immediate information regarding the possible cause of the incident or the circumstances under which the pedestrian was found on the interstate, a scenario that is inherently fraught with risks.
Further updates on the pedestrian's medical condition remain pending, and the details of the driver involved in the incident were not released to the public. State police is urging motorists to stay clear of the area as crews work diligently to clear the crash site, and restore normal traffic flow.
