The Marquette Park neighborhood was the scene of a tragic incident on November 20th when a hit-and-run driver took the life of a 54-year-old woman. The Chicago Police Department issued a community alert, providing details of the crime and requesting the public's assistance in locating the driver responsible for the fatal collision. The victim, whose identity remains undisclosed, was crossing the street on the 6700 block of South Western Avenue at approximately 5:57 PM when she was struck by a vehicle described as a grey or silver-colored four-door sedan. According to the alert, the vehicle fled the scene, leaving the woman with catastrophic injuries that led to her death.
The Chicago Police Department's Major Accident Investigation Unit is actively seeking information related to this incident. Surveillance footage, dash camera video, and any tips from witnesses could aid in the investigation. The police have not yet apprehended the male driver of the sedan, and their search is ongoing. The department urges anyone with information to come forward, indicating that even the smallest detail could be crucial for the case.
The Chicago Police Department is asking individuals to upload any relevant dash camera footage to their website. Community members with any information are encouraged to contact the Major Accident Investigation Unit directly.
