Donna West Killed in Romeoville, Illinois Two-Vehicle Crash on January 23, 2026 Along Illinois Route 53 Near Airport Road

On January 23, 2026, a two-vehicle collision on Illinois Route 53 just north of Airport Road in Romeoville resulted in the death of Donna West. Police reported that West was a passenger in an Acura involved in a crash with a Chevrolet at approximately 3 p.m. The impact forced the Acura across the northbound lanes before it left the roadway and struck a tree. Donna West was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the Acura was transported to Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital and later released. Authorities have stated that the investigation remains ongoing as they review the circumstances that led to the collision. The crash adds to the record of serious incidents occurring on heavily traveled suburban roadways.