Orland Park, IL – A serious multi-vehicle crash occurred late Saturday afternoon, prompting emergency crews to shut down all northbound lanes of LaGrange Road near 143rd Street. The accident, which involved at least three vehicles, was first reported around 4:30 p.m., and quickly led to a major emergency response as reports of injuries came in.
According to initial dispatch traffic and updates from Orland Park police, the crash happened just north of the busy 143rd Street intersection — a heavily trafficked corridor in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. First responders arriving on the scene described the collision as “severe,” with significant damage to multiple vehicles and debris scattered across all northbound lanes.
Orland Fire Protection District was among the first agencies on scene, deploying several ambulances and rescue units. Paramedics provided on-site care to multiple victims. At least two individuals were transported to nearby hospitals with injuries described as serious but non-life-threatening. Other individuals involved in the crash were treated at the scene for minor injuries and shock.
Due to the extent of the wreckage and the need for accident reconstruction, Orland Park police closed northbound LaGrange Road from just south of 143rd Street, causing major traffic delays in the area.
Drivers were urged to avoid the scene and seek alternate routes via Harlem Avenue or Wolf Road. Southbound traffic remained open but was moving slowly as curious onlookers contributed to rubbernecking delays.
A tow operation was underway by 6:00 p.m., with multiple wreckers needed to clear the damaged vehicles. Authorities confirmed that at least one vehicle involved had rolled over, while another sustained front-end impact consistent with high-speed collision forces. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but early indications suggest that speed and a possible failure to yield may have contributed.
Eyewitnesses on scene described a chaotic moment, with loud screeching and a violent impact. “I just heard this terrible crunch, and then there was smoke everywhere,” said Maria Salazar, who was parked nearby. “People were yelling, and it looked really bad. I saw firefighters pulling someone out of a car.”
As night fell, crews continued their cleanup and investigation, with traffic still restricted by 7:30 p.m. Police urged the public to remain patient and emphasized that safety is their top priority as they work to determine exactly what led to the crash.
No arrests or citations had been announced as of press time, and authorities have not yet released the identities of those injured. The Orland Park Police Department is expected to provide further details once the investigation progresses.
Residents are reminded to use caution while driving in the area, especially with weekend traffic and ongoing construction nearby. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage is encouraged to contact the Orland Park Police Department.
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