Six people were injured in a car crash Sunday evening in the Beverly area of Chicago's South Side, according to fire officials. The incident occurred on the 10700 block of Western Avenue, near Morgan Park, as reported by ABC7 Chicago. The victims were rushed to various hospitals with conditions ranging from good to serious.
The Chicago Fire Department disclosed that the crash resulted in multiple injuries, however, the cause of the crash has not been determined. In a tweet, the CFD Media announced an EMS Plan 1 for the auto accident, indicating that a total of six patients were transported, "three (3) Green, Three (3) Yellow" to various hospitals, but more information was not immediately available.
EMS Plan 1 for the auto accident at 10700 S. Western. Total of six (6) patients, three (3) Green, Three (3) Yellow transported to various hospitals, NFI (2).
— Chicago Fire Media (@CFDMedia) March 4, 2024
Authorities have yet to release the identities of those involved or the extent of their injuries, and an investigation into what led to the accident is ongoing. The area around the crash site was likely congested as emergency teams responded to the incident and began clearing the aftermath.
Residents and commuters were advised to seek alternative routes to avoid delays in the area. As Chicago police and fire departments continue to assess the scene, updates are expected to follow regarding the conditions of the injured and the cause, of the incident.
