2 Dead in Fatal I-88 Crash in North Aurora Saturday Night

UPDATE: Two lives were tragically lost in a traffic crash on Interstate 88 in North Aurora on Saturday night. Authorities have identified the victims as Diego Nava Torres, 32, and Samantha Ortiz, 33, both residents of Chicago.

The fatal incident occurred at approximately 8:10 p.m. on July 15, 2023, near Mitchell Road, according to the Illinois State Police. Emergency responders pronounced both Torres and Ortiz dead at the scene, sparking a detailed investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

The Kane County Coroner’s Office has confirmed that autopsies were conducted on Monday, with preliminary results indicating that both individuals suffered multiple traumatic injuries consistent with a motor vehicle accident. Toxicology samples have been collected for further analysis, as officials seek to uncover more about the crash.

Initially, two lanes of traffic on westbound I-88 were closed off as investigators worked to piece together what happened. Fortunately, these lanes have since been reopened, but the investigation by the Illinois State Police remains ongoing.

Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward. This tragic event underscores the severe risks associated with road travel, particularly on busy highways. As investigations continue, the community mourns the loss of two young lives cut short in an instant.

Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.