Rockford Police: ATV Crash with Semi Highlights Dangers of Illegal Street Riding

Law enforcement is urging residents to report illegal ATV use following a serious crash on the city streets.

Rockford Police Respond to Serious ATV Crash

According to an RPD press release, officers responded to the intersection of 22nd Street and Laude Drive on Thursday evening (9/4) after reports of a crash involving an ATV and a semi-truck.

Officers arrived on the scene around 7 pm and found a 39-year-old man critically injured after his ATV collided with the trailer of the semi.

The victim sustained life-threatening injuries and was transported for emergency medical treatment.

Police Stress ATV Restrictions in Rockford

Following the crash, Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd issued a reminder that ATVs, dirt bikes, and other off-road vehicles are strictly prohibited on city streets…

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