2 Dead, 1 Person In Serious Condition After Car Strikes Tree, Traffic Light In Joliet
CHICAGO (CBS)-- Two people are dead and another is in serious condition after a crash in Joliet.
According to Joliet Police, a sedan was driving east on West Jefferson Street just before 2:45 a.m. when the driver hit a curve in the roadway. Police said the sedan "left the roadway and struck a tree and traffic signal, causing the vehicle to break apart."
One man, who was ejected from the vehicle, and another occupant were pronounced dead at the scene.
A third person was taken to AMITA St Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, with serious injuries.
The crash is under investigation.