Person Struck, Critically Injuried In I-80 Hit-And-Run: Illinois State Police

NEW LENOX, IL — A person was critically injured in a hit-and-run on I-80 eastbound at Maple Street in the early morning hours Sunday, Illinois State Police said.

State police were called to the location at 3:19 a.m. for a report of a hit and run with injuries.

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An ejection was initially reported, however, the person struck was a passenger who had exited the vehicle and was struck while standing on the shoulder, state police said. The victim was transported to Silver Cross Hospital with serious injuries, state police said.

I-80 eastbound lanes were diverted to I-355 northbound.

All lanes were re-opened as of 8:50 a.m. Sunday.