WEST ROGERS PARK — A 14-year-old boy died after a suburban man slammed into an SUV at 67 mph in a residential West Rogers Park intersection, prosecutors said this week.
William Andrade, 26, of Rolling Meadows, has been charged with reckless homicide for the January 30 crash that occurred at Albany and Rosemont Avenues, according to prosecutors and court documents.
The Fatal Crash
Shortly after midnight, Andrade was reportedly driving home from work at a nearby fast-food restaurant with a co-worker in the passenger seat, said Assistant State’s Attorney Mike Pekara.
The co-worker later told authorities that Andrade slowed his Ford Fiesta slightly before accelerating into the intersection. Despite a clearly posted stop sign at Rosemont Avenue, Andrade never stopped.
“He didn’t even touch the brakes before the collision,” Pekara told the court.
The Fiesta slammed into the passenger side of an SUV that was crossing the intersection. The force of the crash caused the SUV to spin and land on its side on a nearby sidewalk.
Victims and Consequences
Inside the SUV was Daniel Dadako, a 14-year-old boy, riding in the back seat. He suffered severe injuries and was rushed to Lurie Children’s Hospital, where he died two days later.
The SUV’s driver suffered a fractured rib and leg, while a front-seat passenger sustained a fractured knee, Pekara said.
Vehicle data showed the SUV was traveling around 14 mph, while Andrade was barreling through the neighborhood at 67 mph.
Driver’s Record and Court Ruling
Andrade admitted at the scene to speeding and failing to stop, according to prosecutors. He had a history of reckless driving, including three prior speeding citations in 2020 that resulted in a license suspension.
He was also involved in another crash causing injury in 2024, court records show.
Despite prosecutors filing a detention petition, Judge Ankur Srivastava denied the request, ordering Andrade to remain on 24-hour house arrest and wear an ankle monitor instead.
Call For Justice And Accountability
The tragedy has sparked renewed concerns in the community over dangerous driving and enforcement in residential areas. Neighbors and local leaders have voiced frustrations about drivers using Albany and Rosemont as speedways during late hours.
What’s Next For Andrade
Andrade remains under house arrest as his case proceeds. Prosecutors have not commented on whether additional charges will be filed related to the other injuries.
Have you noticed dangerous driving in your neighborhood? Share your thoughts and concerns in the comments on ChicagoSuburbanFamily.com.
