Overview
- Chicago Fire Department officials said the self-immolation occurred in or near the Damen Avenue station in Wicker Park.
- The man was transported to Stroger Hospital in critical condition, and authorities have not released his age or reported additional injuries.
- CTA reported delays linked to fire department activity and instructed riders between Western and Damen to board on the O’Hare-bound platform.
- Trains in both directions used the same track between Western and Damen as crews worked at the scene.
- Officials have not provided further details, and the service disruption comes as the CTA rolls out a federally directed safety plan with increased police patrols.