Kankakee County, IL – The Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office is warning drivers to use caution after a crash was reported Friday morning near 9000 North Road and 2250 West Road, just west of Manteno.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred in a rural area southwest of Interstate 57 and was reported shortly before 9 a.m. Authorities have not yet released details about the vehicles involved or any injuries.
Deputies are currently on the scene directing traffic and assessing roadway safety. Drivers traveling through the area may encounter emergency vehicles and potential slowdowns along 9000 North Road, which connects Manteno to Bourbonnais and nearby county routes.
Residents are advised to avoid the area if possible until the scene is cleared. Updates are expected later today as officials provide more information on the crash and any road closures.
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