Round Lake, IL (September 5, 2024) – Nineteen people were injured in a crash involving an inmate transport van and an SUV on Wednesday afternoon. The accident occurred around 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of Rte 120 and Hainesville Rd.
The van, transporting 16 inmates and two correctional officers, collided with the SUV, injuring all passengers, including both drivers. Ambulances from 15 fire departments responded, with two individuals suffering serious injuries. Authorities confirmed that all inmates were accounted for, and the investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing. Further details are expected as it unfolds.