Gurnee, IL (August 15, 2024) – A Grayslake woman has died following a crash in Gurnee on Tuesday, and officers have now identified the victim.
Sandra Booker, 64, was driving her Honda sedan southbound on Route 41 near the intersection with Delany Road around 11:50 a.m. when the accident occurred as she turned onto Route 30. A semi-truck, also traveling southbound, collided with Booker’s Honda, pushing the car through the intersection. Emergency crews pulled Booker from the wreckage and rushed her to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville, where she was later pronounced dead.
Officials said the crash happened around 10:15 a.m. on Illinois Route 30 near Cherry Hill Road. Officers added that the collision involved a silver Ford sedan and a brown GMC truck, and the area was shut down for several hours as emergency personnel responded and as the State Police investigated. However, no other details were released, and an inquiry remains ongoing at this time.
Our deepest condolences go out to Sandra Booker’s loved ones. Our thoughts are with the injured victims in hopes of their full recovery.
Deadly Vehicle Crashes in Illinois
While you can do nothing to stop others from driving negligently, you can seek compensation if you get injured. Major, multi-vehicle accidents causing serious injuries and even deadly crashes are all too common across Chicagoland. Still, your actions in the immediate aftermath of a car accident can significantly impact the outcome of your claim. In other words, it is best to seek legal representation as soon as possible. For instance, by preserving evidence and seeking medical attention promptly, you can show the necessary documentation to establish liability and the extent of your injuries.
Following a car accident, the last thing you want to do is deal with the negligent motorist or their insurance company. The good news is, you don’t have to. With the help of a Chicago injury attorney from Ankin Law, you can hold the negligent party liable for your losses while focusing on recovery. Our lawyers will take the burden off you by handling your claim from start to finish, ensuring you get the maximum compensation available.
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We will build a solid case to get you the compensation you deserve so you can confidently move forward from this incident. Call our car accident lawyers in Gurnee at 844-600-0000 to learn more about your options after a major vehicle crash. We offer free consultations, where you can tell us more about your case.
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