In the early hours of December 17, 2023, a single-vehicle rollover took place on the exit ramp from northbound Route 53 to eastbound Palatine Road, near Arlington Heights and Palatine. Responding at 4:22 a.m., Illinois State Police, along with Palatine’s fire and medical teams, arrived to find an SUV on its side with the driver trapped inside.
The driver, who was alone in a Chevy Trailblazer, was quickly rescued by emergency personnel. Fortunately, the driver did not report any serious injuries requiring hospital care. Illinois State Police are looking into the incident, and no information on potential charges or citations has been released yet. Known for its hazardous conditions, the ramp has seen several rollover accidents, with the road being slightly wet and temperatures around 43°F at the time of the crash.