Trooper Hit by Wrong-Way Driver Near Markham, Two Arrested

Illinois State Trooper Injured in Wrong-Way Crash Near Markham; Two in Custody Markham, IL – An Illinois State Police trooper sustained injuries Thursday after being struck by a wrong-way driver on I-57 near Markham. The incident occurred on the I-57 on-ramp near 159th Street. The trooper, whose identity has not yet been released, has since been treated and released from the hospital. "Two people are in custody in connection to a crash that injured an Illinois State trooper," an ABC7 Chicago news report stated. The report showed aerial footage of the scene, depicting significant damage to both vehicles involved. One vehicle was seen overturned on the side of the road. The Illinois State Police are investigating the incident. No further details on the charges against the individuals in custody have been released at this time. The quick response and the trooper's recovery provide a positive outcome to an otherwise dangerous situation.