A portion of Route 41 near Lake Forest was closed after a car accident that injured one person, a 57-year-old man.

The single-vehicle vehicle accident occurred when the man was traveling south on Route 41 and struck a traffic light pole. His vehicle then hit a light pole and another traffic light pole before finally coming to a stop.

The driver was transported to the hospital via Flight for Life, but he reportedly did not suffer any life-threatening injuries. The accident is currently being investigated by police officials.

Car accidents can happen quickly and unexpectedly and the results can have a life changing effects for all involved. Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of the victim.