McLean County, IL – December 28, 2021, Rickey Washington Jr. was killed as the result of an accident where a semi-truck hit Washington’s vehicle.
Investigators reported that the crash took place late Tuesday along southbound I-55 near mile marker 154.
Authorities reported that 43-year-old Rickey Washington Jr. was in a vehicle disabled along the interstate. Reports say that Washington’s vehicle had its hazards on. While there, a semi-truck somehow did not avoid Washington’s vehicle, crashing into it.
Due to the collision, Washington sustained fatal injuries. The truck driver had reportedly minor injuries. At this time, additional details are unavailable.