Chicago, IL (April 27, 2025) – A 17-year-old girl is in critical condition after being hit by a car on Saturday evening, April 26, Chicago police stated.
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Police said the hit-and-run crash happened around 5:00 p.m. at 112th Street and Stewart Avenue in the city’s Roseland neighborhood, when a sedan hit the teen.
Officers said after the crash, the sedan’s female driver jumped out of the car and fled the scene. The victim is being treated at Christ Hospital. Police are still looking for the driver. CPD’s Major Accidents Investigation Unit is investigating. That said, no further details were released.
We extend our best wishes for a full recovery to the injured victim and her loved ones.
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