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December 22, 2009
OFF-DUTY LOCKPORT POLICE OFFICER INVOLVED IN FATAL CAR ACCIDENT
An off-duty Lockport police officer crossed the median on I-55 near Cicero on Saturday night, slamming head-on into Man K. Wong's vehicle and causing a third vehicle to crash, as well. Mr. Wong was killed in the collision. The police officer suffered critical injuries, as did two other passengers.
The Illinois State Police are now investigating whether alcohol was a factor in the crash. The police officer remained hospitalized on Monday with a broken pelvis and lacerations to his face and head. Charges against him are pending further investigation.
The holiday season is notorious for drunk-driving related crashes and fatalities. Please designate a driver if you plan to drink.
