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Teen Driver Dies After SUV Crashes Into South Side Homes, Critically Injuring Two

Police say guns were found in the Jeep, with crash investigators examining the circumstances.

Overview

  • The crash occurred around 5:20–5:22 a.m. Sunday on East Marquette Road in the Park Manor/Greater Grand Crossing area, according to Chicago police.
  • A westbound white Jeep Cherokee lost control and struck multiple residences, including properties in the 6600 block of South Wabash Avenue.
  • The 18-year-old driver was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
  • A 14-year-old boy and another teen with facial injuries were transported to Comer Children's Hospital and were listed in critical condition.
  • Police recovered two firearms from the vehicle, and the CPD Major Accidents Investigations Unit is leading the ongoing investigation with the cause not yet determined.