Two Pedestrians Killed When Struck by Vehicle in Clay County

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Published on October 30 2023 5:51 pm
Last Updated on October 31 2023 2:31 pm
Written by Greg Sapp

The Illinois State Police reported a fatal crash Sunday night just west of Big 4 Road.

 

The preliminary investigation indicates that a vehicle was traveling east on US 50 near Big Four Road in Clay County just after 7pm.  Two pedestrians were also walking in the eastbound lane of US 50 due to their vehicle being disabled in the westbound lane.  The vehicle struck the two pedestrians.  Both pedestrians were pronounced deceased on scene by the Clay County Coroner Bryce Henry.  The vehicle driver, along with two passengers, reported no injuries on scene.

 

This crash is still under investigation.