Wrong-Way Crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive Leaves 1 Dead, 6 Hurt
Multi-Vehicle Crash Occurs on Southbound Lanes
A woman has died and at least six other people were hurt in a multi-vehicle wrong-way crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive Saturday.
Crash Occurs near 5200 Block of DuSable Lake Shore Drive
According to Chicago police, the 20-year-old woman was driving a gray sedan the wrong way in the southbound lanes near the 5200 block of DuSable Lake Shore Drive at approximately 3:10 a.m. when she struck a white sedan.
Cars Involved in Crash
That sedan then careened into a third vehicle, according to Chicago police.
Injuries and Hospitalization
The woman suffered multiple injuries, and was transported to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead, police said. A woman in the front seat of the car suffered a neck injury, and a man in the backseat suffered a leg injury, and both were taken to area hospitals in serious condition.
Additional Injuries and Hospitalization
The driver of the second vehicle was hospitalized in serious condition with a leg injury, while a passenger in the front seat was in fair condition after suffering a neck injury, police said. A third individual in the backseat of the vehicle suffered serious injuries, and was hospitalized in critical condition.
Driver of Third Vehicle Injured
The driver of the third vehicle sustained head and neck injuries, and was listed in fair condition.
Investigation Ongoing
Citations are pending in the case, and Chicago police are investigating circumstances of the crash.
Conclusion
The wrong-way crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive resulted in the loss of one life and injuries to six others. The investigation is ongoing, and citations are pending. It is essential for drivers to be aware of their surroundings and follow traffic laws to prevent such tragedies from occurring.
FAQs
* What was the cause of the wrong-way crash?
+ The investigation is ongoing, and the cause of the crash has not been determined.
* How many people were involved in the crash?
+ There were at least seven people involved in the crash, including the driver of the gray sedan, the driver and passengers of the white sedan, and the driver of the third vehicle.
* What were the injuries sustained by the victims?
+ The victims sustained a range of injuries, including neck injuries, leg injuries, and head and neck injuries.
