Nazly Rodriguez-Munoz dies in fatal Des Plaines rear-end collision

Nazly Rodriguez-Munoz dies in fatal Des Plaines rear-end collision

Fatal Des Plaines rear-end collision death of Nazly Rodriguez-Munoz – Obituary

Nazly Rodriguez-Munoz, 49, tragically passed away following a rear-end crash involving her passenger car and a semi-truck in Des Plaines, Illinois. The fatal accident happened late Sunday night, June 1, near the intersection of Algonquin Road and Leslie Lane.

Police reported that Rodriguez-Munoz was a passenger in a Toyota Prius traveling eastbound when the vehicle collided with the back of a Volvo semi-truck. The semi was reportedly either parked with its lights off or moving slowly, according to differing statements from the drivers involved. Responding officers found Rodriguez-Munoz suffering severe leg injuries and administered a tourniquet before emergency personnel transported her to a hospital where she later died.

The crash remains under active investigation as authorities examine factors such as driver distraction, visibility, lighting, speed, and vehicle data to understand the circumstances. The family of Rodriguez-Munoz may pursue legal action depending on the investigation’s findings. The community extends its deepest sympathies to her family and friends during this difficult time.