The offender was caught on nearby security camera footage wearing a red jacket and fled eastbound on Washington Street. 54-year old Jack Henderson of Waukegan was killed in the fatal collision. Mr. Henderson was taken to Vista Medical Center after the collision where he was pronounced. The police are also asking for help in locating any next of kin to Mr. Henderson. Anyone with any information should contact the Waukegan Police at 312-599-2631.
This is another tragic example of a bicyclist who was not only a victim as a vulnerable user of the roadway, but left by the offender. Illinois law requires that any motorist who is involved in a collision involving personal injury or death to not only stay at the scene, but to take reasonable measures to assist the victim in obtaining medical assistance.
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