Chicago, IL (July 28, 2024) – First responders were on the scene of a hit-and-run crash that left a 32-year-old woman in critical condition and at least two other people dead.
Authorities say the woman is being treated at Stroger Hospital as of Sunday afternoon and added that she is the only survivor from the vehicle she was traveling in when a hit-and-run driver crashed into her and her two companions on the city’s West Side early Sunday morning.
Illinois State Police troopers stated that debris from the two-vehicle crash remained all over the intersection at Kedzie and Walnut Avenues Sunday morning. Police said a white Dodge SUV blew a stop sign and crashed into a green Buick sedan with Minnesota plates, which was carrying the three women, around 4:30 a.m.
Police said the driver of the SUV left the vehicle behind and fled on foot, heading northbound on Kedzie. Investigators at CPD’s Major Accidents unit are reviewing pod cameras from the intersection and other evidence collected from the scene to try to identify the driver.
The medical examiner has not yet identified the two women, 34 and 47 years old, who lost their lives. However, officers are investigating the collision and asked any witnesses to come forward. No further details have been provided in the interim.
We offer our sincere condolences to the deceased women’s families. Our thoughts are extended to the injured victims and their loved ones.
Major Car Accidents in Illinois
A fatality that occurs in an accident due to the negligence of someone else is defined legally as a wrongful death. Proving that the other party was indeed negligent and caused the accident is a complicated matter and requires the expertise of a Chicago car accident lawyer.
With legal representation, members of the family who meet the eligibility criteria can pursue civil litigation to recover damages after their loved one’s death. Such damages from litigation may include but are not limited to funeral costs, pain and suffering endured before and after the decedent’s death, loss of companionship, and more. Courts may even award punitive damages in instances of extreme negligence, such as driving under the influence of alcohol.
With the assistance of a Chicago car accident lawyer from Ankin Law, you can hold the negligent party liable for your loss. Your attorney will handle the legal battle, including negotiating with the insurance company, so you and your family can focus on grieving and moving forward as best you can.
When a loved one’s death is caused by the carelessness or deliberate actions of another individual, it is an unfathomable tragedy. Whether your objective is to obtain justice or seek counsel, our skilled team will furnish you with the essential information you need to understand and effectively maneuver wrongful death litigation. Do not attempt to handle an auto accident on your own in Illinois if you’ve sustained injuries or a loved one has been killed. Contact our Chicagoland personal injury lawyers at Ankin Law for a free consultation at (844) 600-0000.
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