Chicago Man Charged with Driving Under the Influence After Deadly Crash in Oak Lawn
Accident Occurred on Southwest Highway and Cicero Avenue
A Chicago man is accused of driving under the influence and crashing into another vehicle in Oak Lawn, resulting in one person’s death.
Police Response and Investigation
Police were called to a crash near Southwest Highway and Cicero Avenue at about 3:08 a.m. Tuesday. Upon arrival, officers determined that a vehicle was traveling south on Southwest Highway at a high rate of speed when it struck another vehicle.
Accident Scene
The striking vehicle came to a stop at the southwest corner of the intersection, while the other vehicle was pushed up against a vacant oil change business at 4821 W. Southwest Highway, police said.
Injuries and Fatalities
People from both vehicles were taken to area hospitals. The driver of the struck vehicle later died from his injuries. A juvenile passenger in that vehicle was seriously injured and remains hospitalized.
Arrest and Charges
After an investigation, police charged the driver of the striking vehicle, 19-year-old Peter Swenson of Chicago, with felony reckless homicide, aggravated driving under the influence, and driving under the influence causing death.
Court Appearance
Swenson’s first court appearance is scheduled for Wednesday.
The Source
The information from this article was provided by the Oak Lawn Police Department.
Conclusion
The tragic consequences of drunk driving are all too common. This accident serves as a reminder of the devastating impact that driving under the influence can have on families and communities.
FAQs
* What was the cause of the accident?
The accident was caused by a 19-year-old Chicago man who was driving under the influence.
* How many people were injured in the accident?
Two people were taken to area hospitals, one of whom later died from his injuries.
* What charges has the driver been facing?
The driver, Peter Swenson, has been charged with felony reckless homicide, aggravated driving under the influence, and driving under the influence causing death.
* When is the driver’s first court appearance?
Swenson’s first court appearance is scheduled for Wednesday.
