URGENT UPDATE: Chicago police are actively searching for the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that left two women injured on the city’s South Side. The incident occurred on Thursday at approximately 11:25 PM in the 900-block of W. 79th Street, officials confirmed.
According to authorities, the driver of a gray sedan allegedly ran a red light, colliding with a white SUV. This violent impact sent the SUV crashing into an abandoned building, raising immediate concerns for the occupants.
Both women in the SUV were swiftly transported to University of Chicago Hospital, where they are reported to be in stable condition and expected to recover. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with the driver of the gray car fleeing the site before police arrived.
The City of Chicago Building Inspector has been notified about the structural damage caused by the crash, indicating further investigations may follow regarding the abandoned property.
Police are urging anyone with information about the driver or the incident to come forward, emphasizing the need for community assistance in this urgent matter. The search for the suspect continues, and authorities are determined to hold the responsible party accountable.
Residents are reminded to stay vigilant as police reinforce their efforts on the South Side, ensuring the safety of the community. Further updates will be provided as this developing story unfolds.
