CHICAGO — A downtown hit-and-run incident has left a 66-year-old man in critical condition, according to Chicago police.
The crash occurred around 9:40 p.m. Friday in the 0–100 block of South Michigan Avenue, an area just steps from Millennium Park and the Art Institute, in the heart of the Loop.
What happened on South Michigan Avenue
Police say the man had entered the street to retrieve his dog when he was struck by a white sedan that did not stop and continued driving. The impact knocked the man to the ground, and he suffered severe head trauma.
Emergency responders treated him at the scene before transporting him to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, where he was listed in critical condition as of Friday night.
Police are searching for the driver
As of now, no one is in custody. The Chicago Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Unit is handling the case. Authorities have not released any further information about the vehicle or the suspect.
What we know so far
- Time of incident: ~9:40 p.m., Friday night
- Location: 0–100 block of South Michigan Ave
- Victim: 66-year-old man retrieving dog
- Vehicle involved: White sedan, did not stop
- Injuries: Head trauma; condition critical
- Hospital: Northwestern Memorial
- Status: No arrests made; investigation ongoing
A growing concern in the Loop
The hit-and-run has sparked fresh concerns about pedestrian safety in downtown Chicago, especially during evening hours. South Michigan Avenue is a high-traffic pedestrian area, and community leaders have previously urged the city to increase traffic enforcement measures to prevent reckless driving incidents.
Have you witnessed this incident or have dashcam footage?
Chicago police are urging anyone with information or video from the area around South Michigan Avenue near Monroe and Adams on Friday night (June 6) to come forward. Your tip could help bring justice.
