Oakwood Police have reported that one person has died after yesterday’s accident along U S 150 in Oakwood just east of Olmstead. The head-on collision occurred at 3:59 PM. Both drivers were extricated by Oakwood Fire Department personnel, and transported to local hospitals by Oakwood and Tilton EMS. One person had life threatening injuries, and it was that individual who passed away last night.
The Illinois State Police are handling the case and have not released that person’s name.
The roadway was closed and detoured for five hours after the accident for investigation purposes. In addition to the State Police, Oakwood Police, Oakwood Fire, and Oakwood and Tilton EMS; also involved were the Fairmount Police, Carnaghi Towing, and the Vermilion County Coroner’s Office.
