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CHICAGO (WLS) — A tragic incident unfolded early Monday morning in Chicago’s Southwest Side, resulting in the death of one teenager and injuries to three others. The group was driving a stolen vehicle when it collided with a tree, authorities reported.
According to the Chicago Police Department, officers noticed a Toyota Corolla speeding without headlights just before 3:50 a.m. in the area.
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In response, officers activated their emergency lights and attempted to pursue the vehicle.
However, before law enforcement could catch up, the car had already crashed into a tree along the 6900 block of South Kedzie Avenue in the Marquette Park neighborhood, police stated.
A female teenager, estimated to be between 15 and 17 years old, was transported to Comer Children’s Hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
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A 16-year-old boy was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital in fair condition.
A 15-year-old girl was taken to Comer Children’s in good condition and a 16-year-old girl was taken to Comer Children’s in serious condition, with a head injury, police said.
CPD said the Toyota was previously reported stolen.
The Major Accidents Investigation Unit is investigating.
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