Morning coffee came with a jolt near Harlem-Irving Plaza on Thursday, when a Jeep slammed through the front window of a Dunkin' Donuts at Irving Park Road and Harlem Avenue during the rush-hour commute. Photos from the scene show the SUV lodged partway inside the shop as emergency crews converged on the busy intersection. Witnesses said the driver stepped out of the vehicle shortly after the impact.
According to NBC Chicago, an NBC 5 photographer at the scene reported seeing the driver exit the Jeep. A customer who arrived soon after the crash told the station that the shattered window was near where cashiers typically stand. Images credited to photographer Nathan Halder show first responders outside the store and crews working along the damaged storefront.
Where It Happened
The crash unfolded at the heavily traveled Irving Park and Harlem intersection, just outside Harlem-Irving Plaza, a regional shopping center listed at 4104 N Harlem Ave. The plaza pulls in shoppers from both Chicago and nearby Norridge and sits in the middle of a dense retail strip, according to Wikipedia.
Police Response
Chicago police confirmed they were called to the Dunkin' but did not release additional details, NBC Chicago reported. Officials had not immediately provided information about possible injuries, any charges, or how long the store might need to stay closed for repairs.
What To Watch For
Dunkin's store locator lists a location at 7171 W Irving Park Rd, close to the intersection, though it remains unclear which specific franchisee operates the damaged shop. Authorities or company representatives may release more information as the review continues. This story will be updated if police reports or official statements are made public.
