3-Vehicle Crash Injures Child on College Ave in Normal, IL
Normal, IL (September 13, 2026) – A 16-year-old girl was hurt in a three-vehicle crash near West College Avenue and North University Street in Normal on Sunday, September 13. The collision was reported at about 3:41 p.m.
Dispatch information indicated that as many as three vehicles were involved, including a white Chrysler and a silver vehicle.
The 16-year-old girl reported back pain after the collision. Emergency crews arrived shortly afterward to assist the injured girl.
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation.
We hope the injured child makes a full recovery.
What Should I Do If My Child Was Injured in a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Normal, IL?
If your child was injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Normal, make sure they receive appropriate medical care and keep records related to the injury. You should also gather information about the drivers and vehicles involved and save any insurance documents connected to the crash.
When your child reports pain after a collision, having them examined can help identify injuries that may need treatment. Keep discharge papers, test results, prescriptions, medical bills, and follow-up instructions, along with notes about any changes in school, sleep, sports, or other daily activities.
Because several vehicles were involved, determining responsibility may require looking at what each driver did before the crash. The police report, photographs, vehicle damage, statements, and other available information can help show whether one or more drivers contributed to the collision.
If multiple drivers share responsibility, more than one insurance policy may apply. Since your child is a minor, you will generally handle the insurance claim on their behalf, including communicating with insurers and providing documents related to the injuries and expenses.
If questions come up about fault, insurance coverage, or compensation, a car accident lawyer can review the available information and explain how your child’s claim may be handled.
At McCarron Law Firm, we help injured people and their families in Normal and throughout Central Illinois understand their options after serious crashes. We can review what happened and answer questions about the claims process.
If your child was injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Normal, call McCarron Law Firm at 309-820-1010 to discuss your situation with our car accident lawyer and learn what options may be available to your family.
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