Minooka, Illinois – Keith Oswald, a 58-year-old resident of Chicago, tragically passed away in a car accident on the morning of January 24, 2025.
The incident occurred on Interstate 80 in the westbound lanes near the Minooka Road overpass, where Oswald, who was traveling east in the wrong direction, collided head-on with a semi-truck.
Emergency responders were called to the scene just before 12:45 a.m., but Oswald was declared deceased by the Grundy County Coroner’s Office at the scene.
Authorities, including the Illinois State Police and the Grundy County Coroner’s Office, are continuing to investigate the crash.
While details surrounding the crash remain under investigation, tributes and condolences have begun to pour in for the family of Keith Oswald.
A statement from a close friend of the family read, “Such a tragic loss. Our hearts go out to his family and loved ones.”
Further information regarding memorial services will be shared by the family at a later time.