OLNEY, IL : Olney man killed in traffic accident on April, Thursday 13th 2017

A 53-year-old Olney man was killed in an accident Thursday night after police say his wheelchair was struck by a semitruck.

Illinois State Police said the semitruck driven by James D. Butler, 55, of Olney was traveling north on West Street, just north of North Avenue in Olney about 8:40 p.m.Police said Butler was unable to see Shawn Tate, 53, being pushed in his wheelchair by Ian. M. Tate, 17, in the northbound left lane due to darkness and their both wearing dark clothing when they were both struck.

Police said Shawn Tate, who died, was taken to Richland Memorial Hospital. Ian Tate was taken to Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Ind. The extent of his injuries was unavailable.

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Olney man killed in traffic accident