Authorities in St. Charles, a suburb west of Chicago, are investigating a tragic overnight crash that claimed the life of 19-year-old motorcyclist Angelo Bradley. The fatal collision occurred shortly after midnight—around 12:15 a.m. on Tuesday—at the intersection of South Randall Road and Red Gate Road, according to the Kane County Sheriff’s Office.
Initial reports indicate the crash happened as a 2007 Range Rover SUV attempted to turn east onto Red Gate Road from the southbound lanes of Randall Road. During the turn, a motorcycle traveling in the same area struck the rear of the SUV, resulting in severe injuries to the motorcyclist.
The SUV’s driver told authorities she initially believed she had hit an animal after feeling an impact at the rear of her vehicle. Upon exiting the vehicle, she discovered damage to the rear passenger side. A witness then informed her that the impact involved a motorcyclist, not an animal.
Emergency responders arrived quickly at the scene and provided immediate medical assistance to the injured rider before transporting him to a nearby hospital. Despite their efforts, Angelo Bradley succumbed to his injuries shortly after.
The Kane County Coroner’s Office has confirmed Angelo’s identity, and his sudden passing has left the St. Charles community mourning the loss of a young life filled with promise.
At this time, no charges have been filed against the SUV’s driver, whose identity remains undisclosed. The Kane County Sheriff’s Investigations Division is actively reviewing the circumstances of the crash, including speed, visibility, road conditions, and the potential roles of distraction or impairment. So far, no conclusive findings have been released.
This tragic accident has also underscored the heightened vulnerability of motorcyclists, especially during nighttime hours when visibility is limited. Angelo’s death serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of awareness and caution on the road.
As the investigation continues, authorities are asking anyone with information or who may have witnessed the collision to come forward. Meanwhile, Angelo’s family, friends, and community are left devastated by the heartbreaking and untimely loss of a beloved young man.
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