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Pedestrian Killed in North Park After Being Hit by SUV

Police say the crash remains under investigation by the Major Accident Investigation Unit.

Overview

  • Chicago police report the collision happened around 6:15 p.m. Tuesday in the 4000 block of West Foster Avenue on the Northwest Side.
  • CPD says a 70-year-old man driving a westbound Chevrolet SUV struck a female pedestrian near the street.
  • The victim was taken to St. Francis Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead, according to authorities.
  • The Cook County medical examiner had not identified the woman as of Wednesday morning, and police have not confirmed her age.
  • Investigators have not indicated whether the driver will face charges as the inquiry continues.