Laurie Swigart said a Chicago police officer called an IDOT minuteman for her when she got a flat, and about 30 minutes later the minuteman showed up and got her off Interstate 55 and into a nearby Target parking lot at Damen Avenue and 33rd Street.
She said the minuteman continued to help her get back on the road to home.
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She wanted to ensure the IDOT employee was recognized for his work.
There is a form on the IDOT website, where comments can be left for the state agency.
Visit http://apps.dot.illinois.gov for more information.