Elwood, IL – A serious accident involving a semi-truck and a motorcycle occurred Monday evening on I-55 northbound at Arsenal Road, resulting in major trauma and significant traffic delays.
According to the Elwood Fire Protection District, the crash happened around 6:10 p.m. Monday. Emergency responders, including Lifestar medical helicopter, were dispatched to the scene due to the severity of the injuries. The area is experiencing heavy delays as crews work to clear the incident. Authorities are advising motorists to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
No further details on the victims’ conditions were available at the time of reporting.