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75-Year-Old Killed in Southwest Side Hit-and-Run; Driver in Custody

A fatal crash near 7000 S. Western Avenue has left one man dead as police continue investigating and charges against the driver remain pending.

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Overview

  • The crash occurred just before 9:30 a.m. on May 14, 2025, near the 7000 block of South Western Avenue in Chicago.
  • A 75-year-old man was struck by a northbound silver SUV and later pronounced dead at the hospital.
  • The 29-year-old female driver of the SUV fled the scene but was later apprehended by police and taken into custody.
  • Authorities have not yet identified the victim, and charges against the driver are still pending as investigations continue.
  • The Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to contact their Major Accident Investigation Unit or submit an anonymous tip via CPDtip.com.