1 Dead In Skokie Single-Vehicle Crash

SKOKIE, IL — A single-vehicle crash in Skokie early Wednesday morning claimed the life of a 16-year-old male juvenile, Skokie police confirmed Thursday. Police did not disclose the identity of the victim but said that the driver and another occupant did not sustain serious injuries.

Skokie police officers and fire department personnel responded to the 8900 block of Skokie Blvd. at around 3:50 a.m., according to a news release from the police department. Crews determined that one occupant was fatally injured.

The crash is being investigated by the Skokie Police Department, the Cook County State's Attorney's Office and the Major Crash Assistance Team — which is composed of a multi-jurisdictional team of experienced and trained crash investigators from several local law enforcement agencies.

Anyone with information on this crash or similar incidents is encouraged to contact the Skokie Police Department at 847-982-5900. Skokie police's crime tip hotline also is available at 847-933-8477 at all hours. Tips also can be provided 24 hours a day by texting "Skokie" to 847411.