Chaos erupted on DuSable Lake Shore Drive early Friday when a driver going the wrong direction slammed into another vehicle, landing one person in the hospital with serious injuries. Chicago Police reported the crash happened around 4:20 a.m. in the 100 block of North DuSable Lake Shore Drive, bringing traffic to a standstill as southbound lanes were closed for investigation, NBC Chicago reported.
The driver of a Mazda 6 sedan was heading north in the southbound lanes when it collided with a Chevy sedan. The male driver of the Chevy, 26, was left with multiple fractures and abrasions. He was subsequently rushed to Northwestern Memorial Hospital in serious condition, according to ABC7 Chicago. Investigators are working to piece together the events leading up to the accident, and have not released details on any potential causes or factors involved.
Adding to the morning’s mayhem, the driver of the Mazda made a swift exit from the scene on foot immediately after the crash. Authorities are still on the lookout for this individual as the crash remains under investigation. By the 6 a.m. hour, the roadway had been cleared and reopened to traffic.
No other injuries were reported from the scene of the wreckage. The hit-and-run nature of the incident adds a layer of urgency to the search for the at-large driver, while the police comb through evidence and seek out witnesses. This crash stands as a stark reminder of the dangers inherent in the simple act of navigating the city streets. The investigation continues with the hope that someone will come forward with information leading to a resolution and perhaps, a sense of closure for those affected by today's events.
