TINLEY PARK, Will County, Ill., Nov. 1, 2026 — A 60-year-old man died on Saturday night, October 31, after he was struck by two vehicles while crossing Harlem Avenue in Tinley Park, Illinois, according to Tinley Park police.
The man was crossing Harlem Avenue at 183rd Street when he was hit. He was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released.
Officers were at the scene by 6:39 p.m., and northbound Harlem Avenue stayed closed for several hours afterward, remaining shut as of 10:45 p.m. before reopening around 1:20 a.m. Details on the vehicles involved and the drivers have not been released.
Tinley Park police said the investigation into the crash is ongoing. No further information, including what led up to the pedestrian entering the roadway or whether either driver will face charges, has been made public.
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased.
Intersection Crashes in Illinois
This pedestrian crash happened at Harlem Avenue and 183rd Street in Tinley Park, Illinois. Our Illinois intersections page covers intersection crashes across Illinois.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes pedestrian accidents?
Pedestrian crashes commonly happen when a driver fails to yield at a crosswalk or intersection, when visibility is poor, or when a pedestrian crosses outside a marked crossing. Investigators typically look at all of these factors before determining a cause.
Does vehicle speed change the outcome for a pedestrian who's hit?
Yes. Lower speeds give drivers more time to stop and reduce the force of impact, which generally lowers the chance of severe or fatal injury compared to crashes at higher speeds.
Where do most pedestrian accidents happen?
Many occur at or near intersections, where vehicle and pedestrian paths cross, though crashes also happen midblock when pedestrians cross outside designated areas.
Are pedestrian crashes more common after dark?
Nighttime and low-light conditions make pedestrians harder to see, so a meaningful share of fatal pedestrian crashes happen after sunset or before sunrise.
