A man from Northbrook was arrested for causing a car accident that resulted in the death of a teenager from Glenview, according to authorities.

According to reports from the police, a tragic accident occurred in Glenview on Sunday involving a 17-year-old student from Glenbrook South High School. The crash, which resulted in the loss of the young student's life, also left the driver, a 21-year-old man from Northbrook, and two other passengers injured. The man responsible, Taeyoung Kim, is now facing serious charges, including aggravated driving under the influence and reckless homicide, in addition to multiple traffic violations.

The incident took place on East Lake Avenue around 11 p.m. when Kim, who was driving a 2021 Ford Mustang, was seen driving recklessly without his headlights on. He collided with the car of Marko Niketic, the 17-year-old victim, causing his vehicle, a late-model Mercedes, to split in half, according to witnesses. Sadly, Niketic was declared dead at the scene, while Kim was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Both passengers from the two cars were also taken to the hospital in critical condition, as reported by the police.

Niketic's passing has left his family, including his parents, brother, and extended relatives in the U.S. and Serbia, devastated, as mentioned in his online obituary. In light of this tragedy, the principal of Glenbrook South, Barbara Georges, wrote a letter to students and families, urging them to respect the family's privacy during this difficult time. She also reminded students that it's normal to feel a range of emotions, such as shock, sadness, and confusion, in the face of such a sudden and tragic loss. What matters most is that they come together to support and comfort one another.

In court, Cook County Judge David Kelly ordered that Kim be held in detention until his trial, but granted him access to medical care for his injuries, including a broken femur, and other health concerns related to the accident. He is scheduled to appear in court again next Friday.

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