Dolton crash between semi-truck, car leaves 1 dead

DOLTON, Ill. (WLS) -- One person was killed after a crash in south suburban Dolton Wednesday morning, authorities said.

The crash between a car and a semi-truck occurred on Sibley Boulevard between Markham Drive and Perry Avenue.

The Dolton Fire Department said the driver of the car was speeding and lost control and slammed into the semi-truck before bursting into flames.

The driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene, the fire department said. The driver of the semi-truck was not injured.

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Chopper 7HD flew above the scene, with debris scatted across the road.

Police have closed Sibley as they investigate the crash.

Further details on the crash were not immediately available.