Matthew Cuadra, April Valencia killed, 3 hurt in car crash near 75th and Vincennes in Greater Grand Crossing, Chicago: officials
Share and Follow

CHICAGO — A tragic collision on Chicago’s South Side late Friday evening resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left three others injured, according to local authorities.

The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood, specifically at the intersection of West 75th Street and South Vincennes Avenue, police reported.

ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch

According to the police, a 37-year-old woman was behind the wheel of a gray Buick sedan heading westbound. As she attempted to make a southbound turn, she failed to yield at the intersection, leading to the crash.

The Buick collided with a black Dodge traveling eastbound. The impact also involved a parked, unattended gray Mercedes sedan, which sustained damage as well.

Footage from the scene depicted significant wreckage, with debris littering the area. Eyewitnesses at the scene recounted that at least two individuals were ejected from the vehicles during the crash.

Two people inside the Dodge were taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where they were pronounced dead.

The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office identified them as 20-year-old Matthew Cuadra and 18-year-old April M. Valencia, both of Lansing.

Police said the Dodge’s driver, a 26-year-old man, and two other passengers, a 15-year-old girl and a 25-year-old woman, were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Officers issued the Buick’s driver a citation for failure to yield during a left turn.

CPD’s Major Accidents Unit is investigating.

Further information was not immediately available.

The video in the player above is from a previous report.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like

Disabled Veteran Criticizes Trump for Commuting George Santos in Fraud Case

A Navy veteran who was defrauded by George Santos has openly criticized…

Pentagon Slams Netflix’s ‘Boots’ as ‘Woke Garbage’ – Here’s Why It Matters

The Pentagon has recently voiced strong criticism against Netflix, accusing the streaming…

Portugal Enacts Fines for Wearing Face Veils: Penalties Reach £3,475

Portugal’s parliament has passed legislation that bans the wearing of face veils…

Judge Bert Guy Steps Down Following DUI Arrest at Jacksonville Strip Club

A former judge from the Brunswick Judicial Circuit, Robert Guy, found himself…

NYC Bride Celebrates Unforgettable Wedding at Grand Central, First in Over 10 Years: ‘The Best Party Ever

Meredith Giuliani had always envisioned her wedding as a grand affair. Her…

National Guard Mobilized Ahead of ‘No Kings’ Protests: Preparations Intensify for Potential Unrest

In a proactive move, governors across the United States have called upon…

Amazon Prime Introduces Exclusive Holiday Gas Discount: A Step-by-Step Guide to Redeeming the Offer

Amazon is set to roll out a special promotion, offering discounts every…

Former LAPD Officer Arrested at LAX for 2015 Killing of Unarmed Homeless Man

An ex-officer of the Los Angeles Police Department has been taken into…