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Chicago, IL (January 10, 2026) – Emergency crews responded Friday afternoon to a serious hit-and-run incident on South Ridgeland Avenue in Chicago that left two female pedestrians injured. The collision occurred shortly after 2:20 p.m., prompting a rapid response from fire and medical services.
According to initial reports, the vehicle involved fled the scene immediately after striking the victims. Both women were found at the location with injuries, and paramedics arrived shortly thereafter to provide urgent medical care. Their current conditions have not been officially released, but both were reportedly conscious at the time of initial treatment.
The area around the crash was secured as Chicago police began an investigation into the hit-and-run. Authorities are currently working to identify the suspect vehicle and locate the driver involved. No further identifying information has been shared publicly.
It remains unclear what circumstances led to the collision, but the case is being treated as a criminal matter due to the driver leaving the scene.
Our thoughts are with the two individuals injured in this tragic event, and we hope for their complete recovery.
