Deadly crash in Schaumburg closes lanes of I-290: Illinois State Police

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. (WLS) -- A fatal crash has shut down part of Interstate 290 in Schaumburg Tuesday afternoon, Illinois State Police said.

The crash took place about 1:40 p.m. on westbound I-290 at Higgins Road, police said.

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State police said there were four vehicles involved, and one person died on the scene.

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Police did not immediately provide any additional information about possible injuries.

Four lanes of traffic are currently closed for an investigation.

Chopper 7 was over the scene about 4 p.m., and there was a large traffic backup.

A van appeared to be wedged underneath a semi.

This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates.