Incident Details
A 27-year-old man, Quinn Fabroni, was tragically killed in a wrong-way crash on the Kennedy Expressway early Wednesday morning. The Illinois State Police reported that the suspect, 21-year-old Makayla Hester of Chicago, was driving her Volkswagen in the wrong direction near Cumberland when she collided with Fabroni’s Honda.
Victim’s Background
Quinn Fabroni was a beloved coach at Fleck’s Personal Training in Arlington Heights, where he was heading to work for his 5 a.m. class at the time of the accident. Fabroni was known for his positive and bubbly personality, often greeting clients with air high-fives and shouts of encouragement. He had built strong relationships with his clients, many of whom he saw daily, impacting around 130 people each day.
Community Reaction
The sudden and shocking death of Fabroni has left his immediate family, friends, and the gym community in mourning. Tyler Bulger, a coworker and close friend, mentioned that Fabroni was set to be a groomsman in his upcoming wedding. The gym, which had been closed for a few days following the incident, is set to reopen tomorrow.
Suspect and Legal Proceedings
Makayla Hester, the driver responsible for the crash, suffered minor injuries and was treated and released from a nearby hospital. She has since been taken to Cook County Jail and is scheduled to appear in court on July 31st, facing charges related to the fatal incident.
Funeral Arrangements
Funeral arrangements for Quinn Fabroni are currently being planned as the community continues to come to terms with the loss of a cherished coach and friend.
