BREAKING: A stolen ambulance pursuit in Chicago culminated in a dramatic crash and a massive police response on the city’s West Side this afternoon. At approximately 4:02 PM, police confirmed that a suspect was detained following the collision near Chicago and Cicero avenues.
The incident began when the ambulance was reported stolen from Loretto Hospital. Eyewitnesses state that the vehicle crashed after hitting a Chicago Police Department (CPD) squad car earlier in the pursuit at West Jackson Boulevard and South Central Avenue in the Austin neighborhood.
As the situation unfolded, at least 30 CPD squad cars responded to the scene, with dozens of officers visible surrounding the ambulance. Helicopter footage from Chopper 7 captured the tense moment as officers took a person into custody, who was located in the driver’s seat of the stolen ambulance.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the detained individual or details about any potential injuries resulting from the crash. The police are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident and the circumstances surrounding the ambulance theft.
This ongoing situation has drawn significant attention, underscoring the urgency of police operations in response to stolen emergency vehicles. Residents in the area are urged to remain cautious as authorities continue to process the scene and gather evidence.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
