Man critically injured after being hit by SUV and pickup truck in Gurnee

Authorities search for driver who fled the scene after initial collision

Mar. 29, 2026 at 4:44pm

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A 54-year-old man sustained critical, life-threatening injuries after he was struck by an SUV that fled the scene, and then hit again by a pickup truck while crossing Grand Avenue in Gurnee on Saturday evening. The man was transported to the hospital in critical condition, and police are still investigating the incident.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face on busy roads, especially when drivers fail to yield or flee the scene after a collision. It also raises questions about traffic safety measures and enforcement in the Gurnee area.

The details

According to police, the man was crossing Grand Avenue outside of a designated crosswalk when he was first hit by a Honda CR-V SUV driven by an 81-year-old woman. The SUV driver fled the scene, but was later located at her home. After the initial impact, the man remained in the roadway and was then struck a second time by a Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck driven by a 26-year-old woman. The pickup truck driver remained at the scene, but was then hit by a Kia sedan driven by a 35-year-old man.

  • The incident occurred around 7:45 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2026.
  • The eastbound lanes of Grand Avenue at Dilleys Road were shut down for several hours while investigators worked the scene.
  • The lanes were reopened around 11 p.m. the same evening.

The players

54-year-old Gurnee man

The pedestrian who was struck by the two vehicles and sustained critical, life-threatening injuries.

81-year-old Beach Park woman

The driver of the Honda CR-V SUV that initially struck the pedestrian and then fled the scene.

26-year-old Great Lakes woman

The driver of the Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck that struck the pedestrian after the initial collision.

35-year-old North Chicago woman

The driver of the Kia sedan that then struck the Chevrolet pickup truck.

Gurnee Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the incident.

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What they’re saying

“We are grateful for the partnership we have with them to help us in these circumstances.”

— Shawn Gaylor, Gurnee Police Department Public Information Officer

What’s next

The Major Crash Assistance Team (MCAT) of Lake County has been requested to assist with the crash investigation, which could take months to conclude. Any charges will be determined after the investigation is complete.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of pedestrian safety and the need for drivers to remain vigilant, especially in high-traffic areas. It also highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in investigating hit-and-run collisions and holding all parties accountable.