East Peoria, IL – Emergency personnel performed a heroic rescue early Saturday, extracting a driver from a vehicle that burst into flames after a crash on Cedar Street.
The incident unfolded in the early hours when the vehicle, navigating through a construction zone, collided with a guardrail and caught fire. Quick action by two Illinois State Troopers and the East Peoria Fire Department ensured the driver’s safety, averting a potentially fatal situation.
According to the East Peoria Fire Department, the troopers, whose identities have not been released, displayed remarkable bravery as they rescued the driver amid the dangerous flames. Both troopers sustained minor injuries during the rescue.
The driver was immediately transported to a local hospital by East Peoria Fire, though the current medical condition remains unknown. The community has expressed immense gratitude for the bravery and quick response of the involved emergency teams.
