Three Killed in Fiery One-Car Crash on I-290 Near Itasca

Three People Killed in I-290 Crash Wednesday Night

On Wednesday night, December 3, 2025, a one-car crash in the westbound lanes of Interstate 290 near its connection to Interstate 355 in Itasca, Illinois, left three people dead, including a child, according to Illinois State Police.

Collision and Fire on Westbound I-290

Illinois State Police reported that the crash occurred at 11:40 p.m. in the westbound lanes of I-290 leading to I-355. Investigators said the vehicle went off the roadway and struck a bridge support. The impact caused the car to burst into flames.

Police confirmed that two adults and one child were inside the vehicle at the time of the collision. All three occupants were killed as a result of the crash and subsequent fire.

Traffic Diversion and Roadway Reopening

Following the crash, authorities diverted all westbound traffic from I-290 at Route 83. The closure allowed emergency responders and investigators to work at the scene.

Illinois State Police said that the affected lanes on westbound I-290 were reopened at approximately 4:30 a.m. on Thursday, restoring traffic flow through the area.

Official Response

Illinois State Police provided the details of the incident, including the time and location of the crash, the sequence in which the vehicle left the roadway and struck the bridge support, and the confirmation of three fatalities. The agency also reported the timing of the traffic diversion and the subsequent reopening of the lanes.