Medical Emergency Crash

96-year-old driver crashes Chicago Chipotle after medical emergency, injuring multiple people.

An elderly driver, identified by police as a 96-year-old man, crashed a vehicle into a Chipotle in Chicago’s West Elsdon neighborhood Saturday afternoon after suffering a medical emergency that prevented him from stopping; he was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital for observation. Officials reported at least three injuries, including a child/toddler, with one person described as in critical condition and the others in good or non-life-threatening condition, though some reports said five people were hurt. Emergency crews said the incident occurred shortly before 2 p.m. at about 5300–5330 S. Pulaski Road, with video showing significant damage to the restaurant interior and shattered glass on the sidewalk and parking area. Police said the driver’s medical emergency was a key factor, while authorities said the crash cause otherwise was not immediately clear. Separately, a report on the Greater Chicago Food Depository outlined how the organization distributes food to families in need.

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