Naperville Police Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash on Naper Boulevard

On Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, at approximately 6:15 a.m., the Naperville Police and Fire departments responded to a single-vehicle crash involving injuries near the intersection of Naper Boulevard and Bayhill Avenue.

The initial investigation indicates that the silver 2004 Nissan driven by a 62-year-old male from Naperville was northbound on Naper Boulevard approaching Bayhill Avenue when it left the roadway, striking a tree. Both the driver and the vehicle’s passenger, a 57-year-old male from Naperville, were transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. The passenger later died from his injuries.

Due to the nature of the incident, crash investigators from the Naperville Police Traffic Unit are investigating. The identities of the driver and the deceased are being withheld pending the ongoing investigation. Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact Naperville Police Department’s Traffic Unit at (630) 420-8833.

About Naperville: Located 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville, Ill., is home to approximately 150,000 people. This vibrant, thriving city consistently ranks as a top community in the nation in which to live, raise children and retire. The city is home to acclaimed public and parochial schools, the best public library system in the country, an array of healthcare options and an exceptionally low crime rate. Naperville has ready access to a variety of public transportation, housing and employment options. The city’s diversified employer base features high technology firms, retailers and factories, as well as small and home-based businesses. Residents also enjoy world-class parks, diverse worship options, the opportunity to serve on several City boards and commissions, a thriving downtown shopping and dining area, a renowned outdoor history museum known as Naper Settlement and an active civic community. For more information, please visit our website at www.naperville.il.us.