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Four Injured After Chicago Police Squad Car Collides With SUV in Chatham

Police have not said what caused the crash.

Overview

  • The marked CPD vehicle and a Volkswagen SUV crashed at 87th Street and South State Street Tuesday late morning, flipping the SUV onto its roof near the Dan Ryan Expressway.
  • The 26-year-old driver was taken to University of Chicago Hospital and her 9-month-old daughter to Comer Children's Hospital, both reported in good condition.
  • Two Chicago police officers were hospitalized for observation in good condition, and no other injuries were reported by authorities.
  • Footage from TV helicopters and witnesses showed the rollover, heavy front-end damage to the squad car, scattered debris, and airbags deployed in both vehicles.
  • Officials have not released a cause or any citations, and the department has not said whether the squad car's lights or siren were on, with the crash under routine review.