Chicago, IL (January 16, 2026) – A pedestrian was injured Thursday afternoon after being struck by an SUV at the intersection of W Cortland St and N Elston Ave in Chicago’s North Side area.
The crash occurred around 3:15 p.m., prompting immediate response from both fire and police units. According to dispatch audio, all parties remained at the scene as emergency personnel arrived to provide assistance. The pedestrian sustained injuries in the collision and was evaluated by fire department medics upon arrival.
The area around the intersection was temporarily disrupted while responders rendered aid and began a preliminary investigation. The specific condition of the pedestrian has not been made public, but they were reported to be responsive at the scene.
Authorities are working to determine the circumstances of the crash, including any factors involving visibility, speed, or pedestrian right-of-way. No charges or citations had been reported at the time of this update.
Our thoughts are with the injured pedestrian as they recover from this incident.
