URGENT UPDATE: Chicago police are actively searching for the driver of a hit-and-run crash that left two women injured on the city’s South Side. The incident occurred at approximately 11:25 p.m. on Thursday in the 900-block of W. 79th Street.
Witnesses report that the driver of a gray car ran a red light, colliding with a white SUV. The violent impact sent the SUV crashing into an abandoned building, leaving both occupants in need of medical attention. Authorities confirmed that the two women were transported to the University of Chicago Hospital, where they are expected to recover.
The driver of the gray sedan fled the scene before police arrived, prompting an urgent search. Chicago police are appealing to the public for any information regarding the driver’s whereabouts.
In response to the crash, the City of Chicago Building Inspector has been notified to assess the structural integrity of the affected building.
This developing story highlights ongoing concerns about road safety in the area. Authorities urge anyone with information relating to the incident to come forward.
Stay tuned for updates on this urgent situation as details continue to emerge.
