Murray Baker Bridge’s westbound lanes closed after person struck by vehicle
EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- A person was killed after a pedestrian was struck on the Murray Baker Bridge, resulting in the closure of the bridge's westbound lanes, the Illinois State Police said. According to troopers, the incident occured at about 5:50 a.m. near mile marker 93, which is the bridge that carries Interstate 74 over the Illinois River. A preliminary investigation, troopers say, indicated the person was struck and then taken to an area hospital for treatment before being pronounced dead. They have released no further details. WMBD is following this story and will update when more details are available.
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