March 28, 2024
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LaSalle County Sheriff

Two-vehicle crash

LaSalle County deputies investigated a two-vehicle accident at Routes 251 and 71 (Eden Township) at 4:10 p.m. Jan. 8. Karee Ankiewicz, 51, of Peru was northbound on Route 251 and stopped at the stop sign at Route 71. Ankiewicz proceeded through the intersection and was struck by a westbound vehicle driven by James Turner, 60, of Granville. Turner stated he stopped at the stop sign but was unable to see the other vehicle due to the sun in his eyes. No injuries were reported. Turner was cited for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

Single-vehicle crash

LaSalle County Sheriff deputies investigated a single-vehicle accident at 7:57 p.m. Jan. 23 at North 32nd Road and East 24th Road (Rutland Township). Kole Chiado, 18, of Granville was westbound on North 32nd Road and attempted to stop at the intersection with East 24th Road. Chiado's vehicle started to slide due to weather conditions and slid into the guardrail. No injuries were reported. No citations were issued.