Chicago, IL (June 10, 2026) – A CTA security guard was hurt in a two-SUV crash at State Street and Ida B. Wells Drive in downtown Chicago early Wednesday morning, June 10. Chicago Police and emergency units were called to the scene at around 3:30 a.m.
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The guard, a 33-year-old man, was driving a white Ford SUV north on State Street as part of a CTA K-9 security unit. A Cadillac SUV traveling west on Ida B. Wells Drive ran a red light and struck the Ford. The Cadillac came to rest in a planter near the Harold Washington Library.
The driver of the Cadillac fled the scene on foot. The guard was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital in fair condition after suffering trauma in the wreck.
The accident remains under active investigation by officials.
We wish the guard a full and speedy recovery.
What Should Drivers Do After a Hit-and-Run Collision in Chicago, IL?
If you are involved in a crash in Chicago where the other driver flees, stay at the scene and call for help immediately. Document everything you can, this includes evidence of the direction the vehicle traveled, its color, make, and any partial plate numbers you observed. In Illinois, leaving the scene of a crash involving injury is a criminal offense that can carry serious legal consequences for the fleeing driver.
Hit-and-run crashes are a recurring problem along high-traffic downtown corridors in Chicago. State Street, Michigan Avenue, and the stretch of Ida B. Wells Drive through the Loop all carry significant overnight traffic, particularly from rideshare vehicles, commercial trucks, and transit units during early morning hours. People hurt in these crashes often face whiplash, soft tissue injuries, or trauma that does not fully present until hours after the wreck.
A Chicago car accident attorney can be able to help identify options available to someone hurt by a driver who fled. This can include exploring whether uninsured motorist coverage applies or what documentation may support a future claim. Legal guidance can help clarify what steps make sense given the specific details of your situation.
At Ankin Law, we handle personal injury cases involving crashes across the Chicago area and throughout Illinois. We can explain what types of compensation may be available based on your specific circumstances.
To talk through your options, reach out to our team at Ankin Law at (844) 600-0000. We are available to answer all your doubts.
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