Chicago crime: $1,000 reward offered after Jermaine Martin killed in Gage Park hit-and-run on South Kedzie Avenue, officials say
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A tragic hit-and-run incident on Chicago’s Southwest Side is now the focus of a $1,000 reward aimed at gathering information to solve the case.

Jermaine Martin, aged 22, tragically lost his life at approximately 3:20 a.m. on August 9, located in the 5000 block of South Kedzie Avenue, according to police reports.

In a bid to catch those responsible, Chicago police have shared images of a vehicle suspected to be involved in the fatal incident.

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Authorities report that the driver of a silver Toyota 4Runner was traveling northbound when they disregarded a traffic light and struck Martin as he was crossing the street.

The driver of a silver Toyota 4Runner was heading northbound when they ignored a traffic signal and went through the crosswalk, hitting the 22-year-old man, police said.

Martin was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His death was ruled a homicide.

The driver fled the scene, and no one is in custody, police said. Investigators believe the vehicle is between a 2014 and 2024 model.

Chicago police are looking for the silver Toyota 4Runner they say was involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed Jermaine Martin on Kedzie Avenue.
Chicago police are looking for the silver Toyota 4Runner they say was involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed Jermaine Martin on Kedzie Avenue.

Cook County Crime Stoppers announced a $1,000 reward Saturday for information leading to an arrest in the case.

Anyone with information has been asked to contact Chicago police at www.CPDTIP.com or Cook County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-535-STOP (7867).

Area One detectives are still investigating. Police have provided further information.

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