1 Dead After Two-Car Crash In New Lenox Sunday: Police

NEW LENOX, IL — One person has died following a two-car crash on Rte. 30 in New Lenox Sunday night, police said.

The crash occurred near Rte. 30 and Cooper Road around 8 p.m., New Lenox Police Chief Louis Alessandrini said. Additional details on the crash were not clear as of 9:30 p.m. Both drivers were taken to Silver Cross Hospital, where one later died.

A team consisting of officers from several local departments is investigating, Alessandrini said. As of 9:30 p.m., Rte. 30 westbound traffic is blocked in the area of Williams Street while police investigate, New Lenox Emergency Services advised.

The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.

This story is developing.