Tazewell County, IL – A portion of Illinois Route 29 near South Pekin is closed this morning following a crash currently under investigation by the Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a crash on Illinois Route 29 at Hurt Road in the South Pekin area. The roadway has been shut down in both directions while authorities investigate the incident.
Officials said the closure will remain in place until further notice, and drivers are urged to find alternate routes to avoid delays. The Sheriff’s Office plans to release an update once the roadway reopens.
No additional details have been provided regarding injuries or the number of vehicles involved in the crash.
Motorists traveling through southern Tazewell County should expect detours and possible slowdowns near the closure area as crews work to clear the scene.
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