Fatal Crash in Bridgeport

Introduction to the Incident

A 21-year-old Tampa, Florida woman was one of two women killed in a crash that also left two men injured Sunday night outside Rate Field in Bridgeport.

Details of the Crash

Time and Location

The crash happened around 9:15 p.m. when a red sedan going east in the 300 block of West 35th Street lost control, crossed the median and was hit by a black SUV, Chicago police said.

Victims and Injuries

Two women in the sedan, 24 and 21-year-old Natalia Andrea Acevedo Mendez, of Tampa, Florida, were taken to Stroger Hospital where they were pronounced dead, police said. The 24-year-old woman’s identity has not been released.

Injured Parties

The two men in the SUV were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center with injuries not considered life threatening, officials said.

Investigation and Aftermath

No further information was immediately available.

Conclusion

The incident outside Rate Field in Bridgeport resulted in the loss of two young lives and left two others injured. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and the community awaits more details on what led to this tragic event.

FAQs

What happened in Bridgeport?

A car crash occurred outside Rate Field, involving a red sedan and a black SUV, resulting in two fatalities and two injuries.

Who were the victims?

Two women, ages 24 and 21, were killed. The 21-year-old was identified as Natalia Andrea Acevedo Mendez from Tampa, Florida. Two men in the SUV were injured but are expected to survive.

What is the status of the investigation?

The investigation is ongoing, with no further details available at this time.