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Speeding Motorcycle Smashed into SUV—26-Year-Old Rider Dies in Suburban Naperville Tragedy

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A 26-year-old man from Woodridge was killed Thursday night in a two-vehicle crash in Naperville, police report.

Speeding Motorcycle Smashed into SUV—26-Year-Old Rider Dies in Suburban Naperville Tragedy
Speeding Motorcycle Smashed into SUV—26-Year-Old Rider Dies in Suburban Naperville Tragedy

At approximately 9:35 p.m., officers and fire crews responded to a crash at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and Naper Boulevard. The motorcyclist, riding a 2024 Suzuki, was traveling east on Chicago Avenue at a high rate of speed when he entered the intersection on a green light. His bike collided with a 2024 VinFast SUV turning left from Maple Avenue onto Naper Boulevard.

The rider, identified as Dante Fields, was pronounced dead at the scene after first responders performed lifesaving measures.

Highway reconstruction specialists from Naperville Police are investigating the fatal crash. Police said no charges have been filed yet, and the investigation is ongoing.

Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has information to contact the Naperville Police Traffic Unit at 630-420-8833.

What This Means

  • Speed was a factor: A fast-moving motorcycle on a green light collided with a turning vehicle, raising questions about speed and reaction times.

  • High-tech investigation: Naperville’s Traffic Unit is deploying accident reconstruction tools to piece together exact circumstances.

  • Community tip line: Public help is being sought—any eyewitnesses could shed light on what happened in the moments before the crash.

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