Burr Ridge hit-and-run: Teen dies while crossing Route 83 ID, police search for 2 drivers, vehicles

BURR RIDGE, Ill. (WLS) — Burr Ridge police are searching for two hit-and-run drivers after a teenager died while crossing a road on Saturday night.

Police said eyewitnesses saw two vehicles hit the teen as he drove east across Illinois Route 83 at the intersection with Central Avenue around 9:20 p.m.

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Police said the 16-year-old man was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, where he later died.

The family identified him as Alex Hunt, and said he was trying to make his way back from his father’s home in Burr Ridge to his home in Chicago’s Parkview neighborhood when he was struck and killed.

Hunt’s family said they learned of his death when they called on his phone on Sunday and a police officer answered.

“He was a loving brother and a caring person,” said younger sister, Tonya Bennett, through tears.

Hunt was a junior at Bogan High School in Chicago.

“I’m sorry we weren’t able to pick you up. I’m sorry for that. I’m sorry I’m too late,” said her Aunt Kenyatta Calvin.

Police said eyewitnesses told of two potentially suspicious vehicles. One is a dark colored SUV, possibly a 2014-18 Jeep, with passenger side front end damage. The second vehicle was a dark SUV, possibly a 2013-15 Toyota, with damage to the front and right sides. Investigators said they were also looking for a dark Acura SUV with Wisconsin plates that was seen leaving the area.

“There was talk of a third vehicle stopping and leaving. We don’t know the vehicle’s involvement or if it was just a witness who didn’t want to be left behind. It was described as a dark Acura SUV with a Wisconsin license.” Plates,” said Deputy Chief Mark Loftus.

Police continue to search through surveillance video, urging businesses along the highway to come forward with another video to help Hunt’s family close.

“There’s a 16-year-old boy walking down the street, minding his own business, and someone will hit him and not stop to offer help, it’s upsetting,” Loftus said.

“Please turn yourself in. Free yourself from this guilt, and just turn on yourself,” said Vanessa Calvin, grandmother.

Anyone with information about the drivers and vehicles involved in the accident is asked to contact the Burr Ridge Police Department at 630-323-8181. You can also send information anonymously by texting 888-777. Begin your message with the word TIP followed by BRPDCRASH.