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Chillicothe, IL (October 4, 2024) – Illinois State Police troopers are investigating after a Chillicothe Police Department car hit a pedestrian on Thursday night, October 3.

State Police were called around 7:45 p.m. to Rome West Road, west of North 7th Street in Chillicothe. The pedestrian was taken to a hospital, though their condition still hasn’t been informed. The investigation is ongoing, but no other information has been released at this time. However, the investigation into the accident continues.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time.

Pedestrian Accidents in Chicago

Despite the fact that Chicago is one of the few completely walkable metropolitan areas in the United States, pedestrians continue to face risk on the city’s thoroughfares. Unfortunately, traffic analysts say that the number of pedestrians who have been killed in traffic incidents over the course of the past year has reached its greatest level in the preceding half-century. And, according to preliminary data that local authorities have collected, the rate of these incidents is only increasing.

Unfortunately, nearly 200 pedestrians died in recent vehicle collisions, representing an increase of more than 20% compared to the previous year. And notably, 40% of fatal pedestrian collisions were caused by hit-and-runs. In comparison, 80% of severe and fatal pedestrian incidents transpired in Chicago alone, near an intersection of 125 feet or less. Of course, victims must obtain immediate legal counsel from a Chicago pedestrian accident attorney if they or a family member has been injured in a collision.

The Romaker Law Firm’s staff is prepared to advocate for justice for you and your family after a pedestrian collision. Insurance companies will attempt to minimize the amount of money you are owed by capitalizing on your crash. Fortunately, you can schedule a free consultation with our Chicago-area auto accident attorneys at the Romaker Law Firm today.

For over two decades, we have assisted Illinois state citizens and Chicago residents in obtaining the just compensation they require to cover their losses following a collision. Contact our car accident lawyer in Chillicothe at 312-377-7000 to learn more about your options and how to move forward with your life after a major accident has affected you and yours.

 

 

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