Bicyclist Hospitalized After Crash Near DeKalb Hospital

A serious collision in DeKalb, Illinois, has left an 81-year-old woman hospitalized after her bicycle was struck by a car near Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital early this morning. The incident occurred at 9:18 a.m. on October 23, 2023, prompting an immediate response from emergency services.

According to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, the crash involved a 2023 Subaru Forester driven by a 60-year-old woman from Rochelle. As she attempted to exit the hospital campus and turn south onto DeKalb Avenue, she failed to yield to the northbound bicyclist, resulting in the collision.

Fortunately, initial reports indicate that the bicyclist did not suffer life-threatening injuries. She was promptly taken to the hospital by the Sycamore Fire Department for further evaluation. The driver of the Subaru has since been cited for failure to yield to a crossing pedestrian, as confirmed in the sheriff’s office news release.

This incident raises urgent questions about road safety, particularly for vulnerable road users like cyclists. The DeKalb community is urged to remain vigilant and prioritize safety measures to prevent further accidents.

Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Residents are encouraged to stay tuned for updates as this story develops.