Crime & Safety

Motorcyclist Critically Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle: Police

The motorcycle was traveling southbound on Kedzie, when it was struck by a vehicle turning westbound, Evergreen Park police said.

EVERGREEN PARK, IL — A motorcyclist was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle Thursday afternoon in Evergreen Park, police said.

Just before 4 p.m., officers were called to the 10000 block of South Kedzie for a vehicle vs. motorcycle crash.

Officers learned that the motorcycle was heading southbound on Kedzie Avenue when it was struck by a vehicle turning westbound.

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The motorcyclist was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in critical condition. The driver and passenger of the vehicle were treated for minor injuries at the scene.

The crash is being investigated by the Evergreen Park Police Department and the SMART accident reconstruction team. This is an ongoing investigation. If anyone saw the accident or has information, please contact Evergreen Park police at 708-422-2144.

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