Bike, ATV Accidents in Western McHenry County

Two western McHenry County accidents are reported by the Sheriff’s Department:

Vehicle/Bicycle Accident with Injuries

Sheriff Keith Nygren announced today the investigation of a vehicle versus bicycle accident that occurred on August 2, 2010 at approximately 8:00 P.M. at 14910 Kishwaukee Valley Road.

The victim, Steve D. Keller, was riding a bicycle on Kishwaukee Valley Road while intoxicated and drove his bicycle in front of a passing vehicle.

Woodstock Rescue responded to the scene and advised that Keller was transported to Condell Memorial Hospital in Libertyville by Flight For Life.

Keller’s injuries consisted of a laceration to head and abrasion to his back. His injuries were reported to be nonlife threatening.

Keller’s blood alcohol level was .364 as reported by emergency room personnel.

Bicyclist: Steve D. Keller, age 54, 1411 Kishwaukee Valley Road. Woodstock, IL

ATV Accident with Injuries

Sheriff Keith Nygren announced today that at approximately 6:18 P.M. on August 2, 2010 members of the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office and Marengo Rescue responded to the scene of an ATV accident at 18912 River Road in Marengo.  

The victim, Carmina Moro, was driving an ATV on the property and failed to complete a turn causing the ATV to roll over.  The victim sustained a shoulder injury and lost consciousness.

Marengo Rescue advised that Moro was flown to St. Anthony’s Hospital in Rockford. Her injuries did not appear to be life threatening.

ATV: Carmina Moro, age 41. 1804 49th Court, Chicago, IL


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