Fatal Wrong-Way Crash With Semi Closes Westbound I-80: Police
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Last updated: May 26, 2026
A fatal wrong-way crash involving a semitrailer occurred on Interstate 80 in Joliet, Illinois, on Monday. The collision led to the closure of westbound lanes and resulted in at least one fatality and two hospitalizations.
- A wrong-way vehicle collided with a semitrailer on Monday around 11:15 a.m. at Briggs Street on Interstate 80 in Joliet.
- The incident caused authorities to close the westbound lanes of Interstate 80.
- Two individuals were transported to a hospital for treatment of their injuries.
- One of the hospitalized individuals subsequently passed away due to their injuries.
- State police confirmed the details of the crash.
