Nicole Malek Involved in Serious DeKalb County Crash on November 14, 2025

On November 14, 2025, Nicole Malek, a 46-year-old resident of Shabbona, Illinois, was involved in a vehicular collision in DeKalb County. The incident occurred at approximately 6 p.m. at the intersection of Illinois Route 23 and Perry Road. According to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, Malek’s Toyota collided with a Ford driven by 20-year-old Caitlin O’Donnell of Somonauk. The impact resulted in both vehicles sustaining severe damage, with O’Donnell ejected from her vehicle and Malek’s Toyota coming to rest in a nearby field.

Both drivers were transported to local hospitals for treatment of serious injuries. Authorities indicated that O’Donnell failed to yield the right of way, resulting in her being cited for the incident. Investigators continue to evaluate the circumstances surrounding the collision to determine the precise chain of events.