In Loving Memory of Candice Collins
With profound sorrow, family, friends, and members of the Chicago community are mourning the heartbreaking and tragic loss of Candice Collins, whose life was taken far too soon. At just 36 years old, Candice’s untimely passing has left an immeasurable void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
According to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office, Candice Collins was identified as the woman who died following a tragic incident on Interstate 57 near 99th Street and Halsted on Sunday night.
Authorities, including the Chicago Police Department (CPD), Illinois State Police (ISP), and the Chicago Fire Department (CFD), responded to reports of a woman lying on the highway. When first responders arrived, they found Candice with severe injuries. Despite their efforts, she was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene.
Witnesses have told investigators that Candice was allegedly being pursued by another vehicle before she was struck. These witness accounts have not been confirmed by law enforcement, and Illinois State Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death. At this time, no suspects have been taken into custody.
The sudden and heartbreaking loss of Candice has left her loved ones facing unimaginable grief. No family should ever have to endure the pain of losing someone they cherish in such tragic circumstances. As they navigate this season of sorrow, they are surrounded by the prayers, compassion, and support of friends, neighbors, and the broader community.
While the investigation continues, those who knew Candice are choosing to remember the life she lived rather than the tragedy that claimed it. She was a daughter, a relative, a friend, and a person whose presence mattered deeply to the people fortunate enough to know her. The memories she created, the kindness she shared, and the love she gave will remain forever in the hearts of those she leaves behind.
The loss of a loved one reminds us how precious life truly is. Every conversation, every smile, and every moment spent together becomes a treasured memory that can never be replaced. Though Candice’s time on earth ended far too soon, the love she shared will continue to live on through the lives she touched.
As family and friends gather to mourn, may they also find comfort in celebrating the beautiful moments they shared with Candice. May they lean on one another for strength, find peace in the love surrounding them, and hold tightly to the memories that time can never erase.
The community continues to keep Candice’s loved ones in their thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. It is our hope that the ongoing investigation will provide answers and that her family will find comfort, healing, and support in the days ahead.
Rest in peace, Candice Collins. Though your life ended far too soon, your memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved you. You will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and never forgotten.
Please continue to keep Candice Collins’ family and friends in your thoughts and prayers as they mourn this tremendous loss. May they find strength, comfort, and peace, and may Candice’s memory forever be a blessing.






