1 dead, 6 critically injured after crash near Chicago Midway Airport - CBS Chicago
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1 dead, 6 critically injured after crash near Chicago Midway Airport
One person is dead and five others are injured after a serious crash involving at least two vehicles near Midway Airport early Thursday morning.
Just before 3:30 a.m., Chicago police said a Ford Fusion made a U-turn at 5600 West 55th Street and hit a Hyundai Palisade.
The 28-year-old man driving the Ford Fusion was pronounced dead at Stroger Hospital.
At least five people were taken to multiple hospitals, including a 31-year-old woman who is in critical condition. The victims range in age from 17 years old to 32 years old.
Two vehicles are demolished after a violent crash just before 4 am on 55th Street near Midway Airport. Multiple serious injuries were reported & 55th Street remains closed from Central to S. Massasoit. Use Archer to bypass the crash scene. More at https://t.co/vhbRxCcLib pic.twitter.com/cJCxy2gW1o
— Kris Habermehl (@KrisHabermehl) March 27, 2025
Kris Habermehl confirmed that 55th Street remains closed from Central Avenue to South Massasoit Avenue.
Police are investigating.
This is a developing story. CBS News Chicago will continue to provide updates.
