Chicago, IL – Two separate DUI crashes in Chicago have led to felony charges, including one that allegedly left an Illinois State Police trooper seriously injured.
According to Illinois State Police, the first incident happened Monday, March 30, when a trooper patrolling near Homan Avenue and Jackson Boulevard attempted to locate a vehicle tied to a criminal investigation. Authorities said the suspect vehicle allegedly struck the trooper while emergency lights were activated. The trooper was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries. The driver, identified as a 38-year-old woman from Burbank, Illinois, was also hospitalized with injuries. Prosecutors later approved charges including aggravated DUI causing great bodily harm and aggravated DUI while driving on a suspended license. The woman remained hospitalized following the crash.
In a separate incident, Illinois State Police said troopers responded Saturday, April 4, to a crash on Interstate 94 northbound near 76th Street. Investigators allege a Dodge truck struck a Nissan sedan, causing it to roll over. An occupant in the Nissan was ejected and suffered life-threatening injuries. Authorities said the driver of the Dodge, a 21-year-old Chicago man, allegedly attempted to flee the scene but was taken into custody. Prosecutors approved one count of aggravated DUI causing great bodily harm. He remained in custody pending his first court appearance.
Both cases remain under investigation. Officials emphasized that the charges are allegations, and the defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
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