An early morning incident on the Stevenson Expressway has left one person injured after a car was shot at on the Near South Side, according to Illinois State Police. The shooting occurred in the inbound lanes of I-55 near State Street around 1:20 a.m. Police reported that the targeted car was riddled with bullets, although the driver was not hit by any of the shots.
The shooting caused the driver to lose control and crash. The driver sustained injuries from the crash and was subsequently transported to Northwestern Memorial Hospital for treatment. In response to the incident, authorities have shut down parts of I-55 to conduct a thorough investigation. Traffic is being diverted off the expressway at the Chinatown feeder ramp. Additionally, the inbound Dan Ryan Expressway ramp to the inbound Stevenson is closed to traffic.
The Illinois State Police are actively investigating the shooting and the subsequent crash. They have not released any information regarding potential suspects or motives behind the shooting. The closure of sections of I-55 and the Dan Ryan Expressway is causing significant traffic disruptions in the area. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes and expect delays while the investigation continues.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tips can be submitted to the Illinois State Police, and all information will be treated with confidentiality. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and more details become available. The safety and security of the community remain a top priority for the Illinois State Police, and they are working diligently to resolve the case and ensure the safety of all motorists on the expressway.
