Overview

• Zishan S. Ladha was found unresponsive on Northwest Highway just before 8:30 p.m. Tuesday and died Thursday at a nearby hospital from his injuries.
• A preliminary inquiry, supported by a witness statement, indicates Ladha was crossing outside a marked crosswalk in the northbound curb lane and wearing dark clothing when a gray Buick Enclave struck him.
• The SUV’s 81-year-old driver remained at the scene, has cooperated fully with Palatine police and has not been issued any citations.
• Palatine Police are collaborating with the MCAT Serious Traffic Crash Accident Reconstruction team to analyze forensic evidence and interview witnesses.
• Prosecutors will review the investigation’s findings to determine whether the driver will face charges in the fatal crash.