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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Crest Hill fatal crash investigation
2. Suburban Chicago man arrested crash
A 19-year-old man, Jacoby Hamilton, from Crest Hill, was arrested in connection with a fatal crash in Joliet that took the lives of driver Walter Kretzler, 65, and passenger Roxane Holt, 59. The incident occurred on February 18 when a Chevrolet Tahoe driven by Hamilton collided with a Chevrolet Trailblazer at an intersection. Despite attempts to flee the scene, Hamilton was detained by officers and now faces four counts of reckless homicide. The investigation conducted by the Joliet Police Department concluded that Hamilton was responsible for the tragic accident. He was arrested at his home and taken to the Will County Adult Correctional Facility for processing.
1. Crest Hill fatal crash investigation
2. Suburban Chicago man arrested crash incident
Tragic Crash in Joliet Leads to Arrest of 19-Year-Old
In a devastating turn of events, a fatal crash in Joliet, Illinois, has resulted in the arrest of 19-year-old Jacoby Hamilton. The incident, which took place in February, claimed the lives of driver Walter Kretzler, 65, and his passenger Roxane Holt, 59, both residents of Joliet.
Details of the Incident
The tragic incident occurred on February 18, when a patrol officer witnessed a collision near the intersection of Black Road and 129th Infantry Drive. A Chevrolet Tahoe, driven by Hamilton, was traveling northbound on 129th Infantry Drive when it struck a Chevrolet Trailblazer that was heading westbound on Black Road.
The impact caused the Trailblazer to veer off the road, hitting a fire hydrant and rolling onto its side. Despite the severity of the crash, Hamilton and an unidentified male companion attempted to flee the scene. While Hamilton was quickly apprehended by officers, his passenger managed to escape.
Investigation and Arrest
Following an extensive investigation by the Joliet Police Department’s Traffic Unit and Criminal Investigation Division, it was determined that Hamilton was responsible for the fatal crash. As a result, he was arrested on four counts of reckless homicide.
Hamilton, a resident of Crest Hill, was taken into custody on Friday and transported to the Will County Adult Correctional Facility. The arrest warrant was secured after thorough examination of the evidence, leading to the conclusion that Hamilton’s actions led to the tragic deaths of Kretzler and Holt.
Conclusion
The community of Joliet is left reeling from the aftermath of this heartbreaking incident. The loss of two lives in such a senseless tragedy serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving and the consequences of reckless behavior on the road.
As the case against Jacoby Hamilton unfolds, the hope for justice and closure remains for the families and loved ones of the victims. May the memories of Walter Kretzler and Roxane Holt be honored and cherished, as the community comes together to support one another in this time of grief.
Jeramie Bizzle is a web producer at CBS 2 Chicago, bringing you the latest updates on news and events in the area. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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