URGENT UPDATE: A fatal traffic crash on Interstate 88 in North Aurora has claimed the lives of two individuals, Diego Nava Torres, 32, and Samantha Ortiz, 33, both from Chicago. The incident occurred on Saturday night, August 26, 2023, at approximately 8:10 PM, according to Illinois State Police.
Authorities report that both Torres and Ortiz were pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, which took place on the westbound lanes of I-88, near Mitchell Road. The Kane County Coroner’s Office confirmed their identities and stated that autopsies were conducted on Monday, with toxicology samples sent for analysis. Preliminary autopsy results indicate that both individuals suffered multiple traumatic injuries consistent with a motor vehicle accident.
After the crash, two lanes of traffic were initially closed to allow for an investigation, but they have since been reopened to the public. As of now, the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash remains ongoing, with officials from the Illinois State Police urging anyone with information to come forward.
This tragic event highlights the ongoing issues of road safety and the devastating impact of traffic accidents. The community in North Aurora is reeling from the loss of two young lives, and the families of Torres and Ortiz are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Stay tuned for further updates as the investigation develops.
