Baby Dies, Seven Injured in Crash on I-57 in Harvey, Illinois
A 6-month-old baby was killed and seven other individuals were injured in a crash on I-57 in Harvey, Illinois.
Chicago, IL, September 7, 2026 —
HARVEY, IL – A tragic traffic accident on Interstate 57 in Harvey, Illinois, has resulted in the death of a 6-month-old baby and injuries to seven other individuals. The incident occurred on I-57 in Harvey.
Details regarding the circumstances leading to the crash, including the number of vehicles involved and the specific cause, were not immediately available. Emergency services responded to the scene following the collision.
Paramedics attended to all individuals involved. Tragically, a 6-month-old infant was pronounced deceased at the scene. The other seven individuals sustained injuries and received medical attention. The severity of their injuries has not been disclosed.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident. Information about the identities of the victims or the specific timeline of events has not been released. The Illinois State Police are expected to provide further details as the investigation progresses.
The incident has highlighted the unpredictable nature of road travel and the severe consequences that can arise from traffic collisions. Further updates will be provided as official information becomes available from law enforcement agencies.
Story summarized from the original created by WLS on abc7chicago.com, see more information here.
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