IDOT worker dies after being pinned between large pieces of equipment: Kendall County sheriff

Tuesday, August 15, 2023
KENDALL TOWNSHIP, Ill. (WLS) -- An employee died in industrial incident at the Illinois Department of Transportation's Yorkville Yard on Tuesday, the Kendall County Sheriff's Office said.

Chopper 7 was over the scene along Route 47 in Kendall Township.
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The Kendall County Sheriff's Office said an employee was pinned between two large pieces of equipment. It happened at about 10:30 a.m.

Life-saving measures were attempted, but the employee died of their injuries. Police said no foul play is suspected.
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ABC7 has not yet heard back from IDOT for a response. The employee's name has not yet been released.

Authorities did not immediately provide further information.
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