Crime & Safety
Driver Ticketed in Joliet Crash that Killed New Lenox Man
Still no reason why driver crossed into eastbound lane.
The driver of the Buick that crashed into 82-year-old Glenn Trost’s pick-up truck has been ticketed for his role in the accident, Illinois State Police said.
Jorge Contreras, 20, of Joliet, was cited for improper lane usage.
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The accident happened early Friday evening when Contreras’ Buick was traveling westbound on Hillcrest Road near US 30 and crossed into the eastbound lane, hitting Trost’s pick-up truck. Police said there is still no known reason why Contreras crossed into the eastbound lane.
According to a preliminary autopsy report, Trost, of New Lenox, died of multiple injuries sustained in the crash.
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Three people from the Buick were treated for injuries that were not life threatening.
The Kurtz Memorial Chapel in New Lenox will be handling funeral arrangements for Trost.
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