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1 killed in wrong-way crash on I-80 in Minooka, Illinois

Deadly crash involving wrong-way driver and semi-truck in Minooka, Illinois
Deadly crash involving wrong-way driver and semi-truck in Minooka, Illinois 02:51

CHICAGO (CBS) — A deadly crash caused lane closures on I-80 in southwest suburban Minooka, Illinois early Friday morning. 

Just before 1 a.m., Illinois State Police responded to a serious crash involving a wrong-way driver and a semi-truck between Minooka Road and the interchange. According to ISP, the passenger vehicle was driving the wrong way in the westbound lanes. 

One person was killed, ISP confirmed. The victim's identity has not yet been released.

Westbound lanes reopened and traffic was diverted at Ridge Road. 

ISP said the crash is under investigation.   


This is a developing story. CBS News Chicago will continue to provide updates. 

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