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Chicago Police Release Images of Ford Fusion Sought in Fatal South Shore Hit-and-Run

Crime Stoppers is offering up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest.

Overview

  • Police released photos of a dark-colored Ford Fusion wanted in the hit-and-run that killed a teen scooter rider in Chicago’s South Shore.
  • The victim was identified as 15-year-old Violet D. Harris, and a 13-year-old girl was also hurt but reported in good condition, according to police.
  • A witness told investigators the car struck the right side of the electric scooter and kept going without stopping.
  • The crash happened on March 21st near the 2800 block of East 77th Street, and major accident investigators are still working the case.
  • Cook County Crime Stoppers announced a reward of up to $1,000 for tips that lead to an arrest and urged people to report information anonymously.