DANGEROUS ORLAND PARK INTERSECTION SITE OF FATAL ACCIDENT
An investigation is underway regarding a fatal accident that occurred on November 18, 2008 at the intersection of 179th and Route 6 (Southwest Highway) in Orland Park. An SUV driver was making a turn onto westbound Southwest Highway and was struck by a mid-sized school bus traveling eastbound. The driver of the SUV suffered injuries resulting in his death.
The "traffic concerns" at this intersection were the subject of a November 10, 2008 Village of Orland Park meeting. Reportedly, a resolution was recently unanimously passed to intercede with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to reduce the speed limit in the area between Wolf and Will-Cook Road on Southwest Highway from 55 m.p.h. to 45 m.p.h.
There is debate regarding whether a traffic light would be helpful at this intersection. A train station and entrance to a subdivision are both located nearby.
If you or a loved one have been injured in an automobile accident, contact the Law Offices of Jeffrey J. Kroll for assistance.
