This is Charles Wickens, who died when his motorcycle collided with a SUV on Illinois Route 1 at 4000 South Road in in Kankakee County #ChuckBucklovaWickens

 This is Charles Wickens, who died when his motorcycle collided with a SUV on Illinois Route 1 at 4000 South Road in in Kankakee County #ChuckBucklovaWickens


Charles Wickens Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Illinois Route 1 Near St. Anne


KANKAKEE COUNTY, Ill. — A 48-year-old St. Anne man lost his life Tuesday evening following a fatal motorcycle crash involving an SUV on Illinois Route 1 in Kankakee County, according to authorities.


The Kankakee County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Charles Wickens of St. Anne. Coroner Bob Gessner said Wickens was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision.

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According to Illinois State Police Troop 5, troopers responded at approximately 7:30 p.m. on May 12, 2026, to reports of a serious two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV near the intersection of Illinois Route 1 and 4000 South Road, about two miles north of St. Anne.


Investigators said the collision caused significant disruption in the area, leading authorities to shut down the roadway for several hours while emergency crews assisted at the scene and investigators gathered evidence.


Officials confirmed the roadway remained closed until approximately 11:45 p.m. before traffic was allowed to resume.


Authorities also stated that Wickens was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.


At this time, Illinois State Police have not released additional details regarding the circumstances leading up to the collision, including how the crash occurred or whether any charges are expected.


The fatal motorcycle crash remains under active investigation.

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