Motorcycle driver killed in Bishop Ford Freeway crash, Illinois State Police say; SB lanes reopen

DOLTON, Ill. (WLS) -- A motorcycle driver was killed in a crash that closed part of the Bishop Ford Freeway for hours Tuesday morning, Illinois State Police said.

The crash occurred at about 2:57 a.m. in the southbound lanes of the Bishop Ford Freeway.

Police said a motorcycle struck a vehicle and the driver of the motorcycle was pronounced dead at the scene.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

All southbound lanes were closed until reopening shortly before 11 a.m.

LIVE TRAFFIC: Check out the latest conditions on our live traffic map