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Washington County crash leaves 2 in critical condition Sunday morning

According to the Illinois State Police, the people involved suffered life-threatening injuries.
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Sharp shards of car glass on the asphalt

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Illinois — Police are investigating a car crash leaving two people in critical condition on Sunday Morning.

Illinois State Police responded to a 911 call in Washington County about a car crash at Illinois Route 127 near Locust Creek Road around 7 a.m.

According to the police report, the car crash involved one car. 

Two unidentified people were taken to area hospital with life-threatening injuries. 

As of 8:15 a.m. the police are still investigating at the scene. 

Police have not released details about the reason for the crash. 

This is a breaking news story. 5 On Your Side will update it as more information becomes available.

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Credit: KSDK
Washington County Illinois

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