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Chicago, IL (January 18, 2026) – A traffic accident involving a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle was reported early on Friday morning at the intersection of West 43rd Street and South Western Avenue in Chicago, resulting in reported injuries and an emergency response.
The crash occurred around 4:32 a.m. on January 16. According to dispatch information, the collision involved a semi and another vehicle at a busy intersection on the city’s Southwest Side. First responders were dispatched to the scene to provide medical assistance and assess the severity of the injuries sustained.
Specific details regarding the number of people injured or the cause of the crash have not yet been made public. The scene caused traffic delays as emergency crews worked to clear the roadway and investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident.
We send our best wishes to those injured in the crash and hope for a full recovery for everyone involved.
