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Pedestrian Killed in Park Ridge Intersection Accident

1/12/2026

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A 65-year-old pedestrian, Katherine Baransky, was fatally struck by a vehicle in Park Ridge, Illinois, around 6:20 a.m. Saturday at the Cumberland and Peterson intersection.
Baransky was transported to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, where she died.
The Park Ridge Police Department is investigating the crash, and no charges have been filed.
The intersection remained closed during the investigation as authorities seek witnesses, with further updates expected.

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A 65-year-old pedestrian, Katherine Baransky, was fatally struck by a vehicle in Park Ridge, Illinois, around 6:20 a.m. Saturday at the Cumberland and Peterson intersection.
Baransky was transported to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, where she died.
The Park Ridge Police Department is investigating the crash, and no charges have been filed.
The intersection remained closed during the investigation as authorities seek witnesses, with further updates expected.