URGENT UPDATE: A devastating crash in Chicago’s South Side has left an 18-year-old driver dead and two passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, critically injured. The collision occurred at approximately 5:22 a.m. on Sunday in the 100 block of E. Marquette Road, within the Park Manor neighborhood.
According to the Chicago Police Department, the driver lost control of a white Jeep Cherokee, crashing into multiple homes. The impact was severe enough to damage residences located on the 6600-block of S. Wabash Avenue. Emergency responders transported the driver to University of Chicago Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead from his injuries.
The two other occupants of the vehicle were rushed to Comer Children’s Hospital, where they remain in critical condition. Authorities have confirmed that two firearms were recovered from the vehicle, raising serious concerns about the circumstances surrounding the crash.
No additional injuries have been reported among residents of the damaged homes, but the incident has left the local community in shock. Police are actively investigating the crash, seeking answers to how such a tragedy could occur in their neighborhood.
As the investigation unfolds, residents are urged to stay informed about the latest developments. The police are expected to release more details in the coming hours, highlighting the urgent need for safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
This heartbreaking event underscores the risks of reckless driving and the impact it can have on innocent lives. Stay tuned for more updates as this story continues to develop.
