Joliet Man Killed In Fiery Crash At Will County Intersection

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A 47-year-old Joliet man died Friday afternoon in a fiery crash at an intersection in Will County, Illinois. According to police, the man's vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign and was struck by a northbound tractor-trailer, causing the car to catch fire. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Why it matters

Intersection crashes involving multiple vehicles, especially those resulting in fatalities, are a serious public safety concern. This incident highlights the need for increased driver awareness and adherence to traffic signals to prevent such tragic outcomes.

The details

Illinois State Police said the collision occurred shortly after 3 p.m. at the intersection of Illinois Route 1 and County Line Road in Washington Township. A vehicle driven by 47-year-old Manuel S. Del Toro of Joliet was traveling westbound on County Line Road when it failed to stop at the stop sign located at the intersection with Route 1. The vehicle was then struck by a tractor-trailer traveling northbound on Route 1. Del Toro's vehicle caught fire following the collision.

• The crash occurred shortly after 3 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2026.
• Del Toro's body was taken to the Will County Coroner's Office, where an autopsy was conducted on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

What’s next

Illinois State Police are continuing to investigate the crash to determine the exact cause and any contributing factors.