Fatal Rollover Crash in Douglas

Introduction to the Incident

A woman was killed and two passengers in the vehicle she was driving were hurt in a rollover crash late Sunday night in Douglas on the South Side.

Details of the Crash

Around 11:05 p.m., the vehicle was in the 3200 block of South DuSable Lake Shore Drive when it rammed into the center median and flipped upside down, Chicago police said.

Injuries and Fatalities

The motorist, a 36-year-old woman, was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center where she was pronounced dead, police said. Two 29-year-old men who were passengers were injured: one suffered a hip injury and was taken to the University of Chicago in fair condition while the other one was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital in good condition.

Condition of the Passengers

A third passenger, a 33-year-old woman, wasn’t hurt but still taken to a hospital as a precaution, police said.

Investigation

Police did not say what caused the crash but the Major Accident unit is looking into that.

Conclusion

The incident resulted in the loss of a life and injuries to several others, highlighting the importance of safe driving practices and the need for thorough investigations into the causes of such accidents to prevent future occurrences.

FAQs

What happened in the crash?

A vehicle crashed and rolled over in the 3200 block of South DuSable Lake Shore Drive, resulting in the death of the driver and injuries to two passengers.

How many people were involved?

There were four people involved: the 36-year-old female driver, two 29-year-old male passengers, and a 33-year-old female passenger.

What is the status of the investigation?

The Major Accident unit is investigating the cause of the crash, but no details have been released yet.