A fatal multi-vehicle crash early Wednesday morning forced the closure of a section of northbound Interstate 55 in Romeoville, authorities said.
Police identified the victim as Jonathan Wenzel, 20. Investigators said Wenzel’s vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed when it left Frontage Road, crashed through a sound wall, and fell onto Interstate 55 near the Route 126 exit.
According to police, the vehicle was then struck by another northbound motorist. The Plainfield Fire Protection District conducted an extrication to reach a trapped individual, who was transported to a hospital in critical but stable condition.
Two additional people were evaluated at the scene and declined further medical treatment. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
