State Representative Dan Ugaste (IL) | Representative Dan Ugaste (R) 65th District
State Representative Dan Ugaste (IL) | Representative Dan Ugaste (R) 65th District
An Illinois State Police trooper was injured in a multi-vehicle crash in the Chicago suburbs over the weekend. The incident has prompted calls for increased awareness and caution among motorists to ensure the safety of first responders on Illinois roadways.
Authorities are urging drivers to "SLOW DOWN and MOVE OVER when approaching any vehicle with hazard/emergency lights activated" to help protect those who serve and assist on the roads.
The injured trooper's condition has not been disclosed, but public concern and support have been expressed through requests for prayers for their recovery.
The crash highlights ongoing concerns about roadway safety, especially for those working in emergency services who are often at risk while performing their duties.
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