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Fatal Crash On I-57 In Matteson

CHICAGO (CBS)-- One driver died after a traffic crash on I-57 Sunday just before 3 a.m., according to Illinois State Police.

The driver of a 2013 Red Dodge, travelling southbound just north of Flossmoor Road, rear-ended a truck tractor semi-trailer that was stopped in traffic.

According to police, the driver of the SUV was confirmed dead on the scene due to "extent of injury."

All lanes were re-opened at 8 a.m.

Police say at this time, the use of drugs or alcohol are not suspected to be a factor. This incident is still under investigation.

 

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