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4-Year-Old Boy and Motorcyclist Die in Separate Chicago Accidents

A child was fatally struck by a pickup truck in Avalon Park, while a motorcyclist died in a collision in Roger's Park.

  • The 4-year-old boy was hit by a pickup truck on South Harper Avenue and pronounced dead at Comer Children’s Hospital.
  • The driver of the pickup truck was cited for failure to yield, and an investigation is ongoing.
  • A 40-year-old motorcyclist died after colliding with a vehicle making a U-turn in Roger's Park.
  • The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at St. Francis Hospital; the driver of the other vehicle is in good condition.
  • Both incidents are under investigation by the Chicago police.
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