On Monday, August 31st, the Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office identified the fatal victim of a car crash as Terrance Graff, a 66-year-old resident of Walnut. The single-vehicle accident happened in Port Byron, Illinois, on the morning of Friday, August 28th.

Facts from the car accident report showed that the victim was driving a Ford Festiva northbound in the 12900-block of 256th Street North around 8 a.m. when he wrongly negotiated a curve. His car went off the roadway and struck an embankment.

Graff sustained severe wounds and passed away at the scene. The sheriff’s office said he was the only occupant of the wrecked car. There is no additional information.

Motor vehicle accidents continue to be one of the leading causes of death in Illinois and the United States. Most factors leading to collisions are preventable if drivers obey traffic rules and regulations, and follow the safety tips laid down by law enforcement and traffic agencies.

Drivers should exercise caution when on the road, especially when passing big vehicles like semi-trucks or trailers. Count to three before entering an intersection on a green light, look both ways and ensure no one is trying to speed through a yellow light.

Carry out engine maintenance regularly, avoid sudden stalls and other failures by changing the oil regularly, and keep the tires properly inflated. Always scan the road 12 seconds ahead, stay on the right side of the road, and look backwards before backing out of parking spaces.

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