An Illinois State Police trooper was injured in a crash Wednesday on the city’s South Side when someone ran a red light and hit the trooper’s vehicle, ISP officials said.
Thursday, April 17, 2025 3:45AM
An Illinois State Police trooper was injured in a crash at West 51st Street and South Wentworth Avenue after a vehicle ran a red light, officials say.
CHICAGO (WLS) — An Illinois State Police trooper was injured in a crash Wednesday on the city’s South Side.
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The crash happened around 4:56 p.m. at West 51st Street and South Wentworth Avenue, ISP officials said.
State police said the trooper was driving northbound on Wentworth when someone ran a red light and hit the trooper’s vehicle.
The trooper was taken to a local hospital with injuries, ISP said. Their squad vehicle was damaged and towed from the scene.
There was no word yet on any charges as authorities continue to investigate.
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An Illinois State Police trooper was injured in a crash Wednesday on the city’s South Side when someone ran a red light and hit the trooper’s vehicle, ISP officials said.