Fatal Crash On I-57 In Matteson
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CHICAGO (CBS)-- One driver died after a traffic crash on I-57 Sunday just before 3 a.m., according to Illinois State Police.
The driver of a 2013 Red Dodge, travelling southbound just north of Flossmoor Road, rear-ended a truck tractor semi-trailer that was stopped in traffic.
According to police, the driver of the SUV was confirmed dead on the scene due to "extent of injury."
All lanes were re-opened at 8 a.m.
Police say at this time, the use of drugs or alcohol are not suspected to be a factor. This incident is still under investigation.
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