A tragic incident unfolded on the Near West Side of Chicago as a female pedestrian was fatally struck by a semi-truck Tuesday evening. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the collision occurred around 8:15 p.m. near the intersection of Ashland Avenue and Roosevelt Road.
The victim was reportedly crossing in front of the northbound semi when she was hit, as detailed by Chicago police. Despite rapid transport to Stroger Hospital by the Chicago Fire Department, she was pronounced dead shortly after her arrival. The Sun-Times reports no other injuries were reported at the scene of the accident.
The identity of the woman had not been disclosed pending notification of next of kin. Chicago's Major Accidents Unit is currently handling the investigation to discern the circumstances that led to the fatal event.
Further details about the crash are expected to be released as the investigation progresses. The ABC7 Chicago article notes that the police have not provided any additional information regarding the collision as of now. The community awaits a clear understanding of the incident, with the hope that such understanding may prevent future tragedies.
