Crime & Safety

Man Shot, Critically Hurt After Crash Near Chicago's United Center

Chicago police say that a 21-year-old man was driving a white truck when a collision occurred with a black truck.

(CBS Chicago)

August 19, 2024

CHICAGO (CBS) — A man was critically hurt after a crash led to a shooting early Sunday morning close to the United Center.

Find out what's happening in South Sidefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

It happened just after 1 a.m. in the 500 block of South Damen Avenue on the Near West Side.

Chicago police say that a 21-year-old man was driving a white truck when a collision occurred with a black truck. Someone from the black truck then fired shots – striking the victim.

Find out what's happening in South Sidefor free with the latest updates from Patch.