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Elk Grove Village, IL (June 16, 2026) – Injuries were reported following a two-vehicle collision along Higgins Rd near Elmhurst Rd in Elk Grove Village.
Emergency units were dispatched around 6:26 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, to the intersection of Elmhurst Rd. and Higgins Rd. Upon arrival, crews found a black four-door sedan and a silver sedan with significant front-end damage on Higgins Rd just west of the intersection.
Initial reports indicated that people involved in the crash were hurt, although the number of those affected was not immediately confirmed. Information regarding possible ambulance transport was not available at the time of the report.
The roadway, which carries six lanes of traffic in this section, also includes two dedicated left-turn lanes from eastbound Higgins Rd to northbound Elmhurst Rd. Additional details about the people involved had not been released as of publication. Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the collision and may provide further updates as more information becomes available.
We hope those injured make a full and speedy recovery.
What Factors Can Contribute to Multi-Vehicle Crashes at Busy Intersections?
Busy intersections usually present several challenges for drivers due to heavy traffic volumes, multiple turning lanes, and changing traffic patterns. When vehicles approach from different directions at the same time, even a brief lapse in attention can increase the likelihood of a crash.
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