Chicago, IL (December 25, 2024) – Two people were hospitalized following a crash on Wednesday evening involving a pedestrian on the Kennedy Expressway.
Illinois State Police said the crash happened at around 5:45 p.m. in the southbound lanes near Canfield Avenue. A preliminary investigation indicated that troopers responded to a report of a two-unit serious injury traffic crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
Two people were taken to a local area hospital with injuries. Their ages and genders were not released. No further details have been released about the suspect as of Wednesday; however, officers continue to investigate at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their family members.
Pedestrian Accidents in Chicago
Although Chicago is one of the few truly walkable metropolises in our country, pedestrians continue to encounter danger on its thoroughfares. Local authorities estimate that the number of pedestrian fatalities in traffic collisions over the past year may have peaked at its highest level in half a century, based on preliminary data.
A total of nearly 200 pedestrians died in recent vehicle collisions, representing an increase of more than 20% compared to the previous year. Notably, 40% of fatal pedestrian collisions were caused by hit-and-runs, while 80% of severe and fatal pedestrian incidents transpired in Chicago alone, close to an intersection of 125 feet or less. Of course, victims must obtain immediate legal counsel from a Chicago pedestrian accident attorney if they or a member of their family has been injured in a collision.
The Romaker Law Firm’s staff is prepared to advocate for justice on behalf of you and your family after a pedestrian collision has tragically claimed the life of your loved one. Insurance companies will attempt to minimize the amount of money you are owed by capitalizing on your loved one’s crash. Fortunately, you can schedule a free consultation with our Chicago-area car accident attorneys at the Romaker Law Firm today.
We have assisted bereaved Illinois and Chicago families for over two decades in obtaining the fair compensation they require to cover their losses following a collision that ended in the death of a beloved family member. Contact our car accident lawyer in Chicago at 312-377-7000 to learn how to move forward with your life after a major car accident.
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