Collision between a van and a truck closes Route 159 in Madison County

by: Joe Millitzer

Posted: Oct 6, 2023 / 02:53 PM CDT

Updated: Oct 6, 2023 / 04:09 PM CDT

MADISON COUNTY, Ill. — A crash closed Illinois Route 159 at Seiler Road in Madison County at around 11 a.m. Friday. Illinois State Police say that a van rolled onto its side in a ditch after a collision with a truck. One victim was taken to the hospital by helicopter with life-threatening injuries.

The road has been closed for hours as police investigate the crash. It is unclear when it will reopen. Check FOX 2’s traffic page for real-time updates.

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