MULTI-VEHICLE TRAFFIC CRASH UPDATE
 

[February 18, 2022]  The Following Preliminary Information is Being Released by the Illinois State Police

District 8

WHAT: Multiple Unit Traffic Crash

WHERE: Interstate 39 southbound at milepost 9, South of El Paso, IL

WHEN: Feb. 17, 2022 at approximately 3:13 p.m.

PRELIMINARY: A preliminary investigation indicates the following occurred: Illinois State Police District troopers have responded to a multi-vehicle crash. Nineteen commercial motor vehicles (CMV) and 9 passenger vehicles were involved in the property damage crash. Numerous other vehicles slid off in the area but were not damaged.

Several CMV loads were spilled on and around the roadways. At ISP request, there are 12 tow trucks on scene for roadway cleanup which will be occurring throughout the night. At approximately 6:35 p.m., ISP Troopers, with the help of our local law enforcement partners, safely escorted all motorists from the area to warming centers. No injuries were reported. All lanes of Interstate 39 from milepost 5 to milepost 22 will remain closed for an extended period of time, likely well into Friday, February 18. There is no further information at this time.
 
 CHARGES: Pending Investigation