RiverdaleThursday, January 1, 2026

Pedestrian killed in Riverdale hit-and-run, driver still at large

Pedestrian killed in Riverdale hit-and-run, driver still at large

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Key Facts

Location

Riverdale

Date & Time

Thursday, January 1, 2026

Fatalities

1

News Sources

1 source

These details are from publicly available news coverage and may not include every fact in the official police report.

Full Incident Report

The incident occurred in Riverdale, Illinois, resulting in the death of a pedestrian. Details on the vehicle and driver are not yet available. The article explains what is known and how to request an official crash report.

RIVERDALE, IL - January 1, 2026

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Riverdale, Illinois, on Thursday. The driver involved in the collision fled the scene, and authorities have not yet released details about the vehicle or the driver. The fatality marks a tragic start to the new year for the Riverdale community.

Key Facts

  • Crash date & time: January 1, 2026
  • Location: Riverdale, IL
  • Type of crash: Hit-and-run
  • Injuries / fatalities: 1 fatality (pedestrian)
  • Source(s): FOX 32 Chicago

Crash Overview

The hit-and-run crash occurred on January 1, 2026, in Riverdale, Illinois. A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle whose driver did not stop at the scene. Details regarding the vehicle involved and the exact time of the incident have not been released by authorities.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene following the collision, but unfortunately, the pedestrian succumbed to their injuries. The identity of the pedestrian and further details about the incident are still under investigation.

As of now, the driver responsible for the hit-and-run remains at large, and local law enforcement is actively seeking information from the public to aid in their investigation.

News Coverage (1 Source)

FOX 32 ChicagoJan 1, 2026

Pedestrian killed in Riverdale hit-and-run, driver still at large

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Disclaimer: This information is compiled from publicly available news sources and may be incomplete or updated as investigations continue. For official records, contact the law-enforcement agency that handled the crash.

Last updated: January 8, 2026 at 11:31 PM

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