1 killed, 3 injured in Western Springs multi-vehicle crash involving at least 6 cars; roads closed

WESTERN SPRINGS, Ill. (WLS) — One person is dead and three more were injured in Western Springs after a multi-car crash near Ogden and Gilbert avenues.

Chopper 7HD was above the scene in the aftermath of the incident Thursday afternoon.

Police said six vehicles were involved in the crash. One person was killed in the crash. Three people were injured and taken to area hospitals. Two were in serious condition, one was in stable condition.

Police have also not released any information regarding the circumstances leading to the crash.

There is a large police presence and roads are closed, Western Springs police said.

Police are asking motorists to avoid the area until further notice and find alternate routes. How long the investigation will go on and how long the roads will remain closed is not currently known.