Officials say four people were hospitalized after being struck by a hit-and-run driver near Guaranteed Rate Field before Tuesday’s game between the White Sox and Texas Rangers.
According to Chicago police, the driver was heading east on 35th Street at about 6:23 p.m. when he hit four people with a silver sedan. Police said the driver fled the scene afterwards.
Police said a 51-year-old woman and a 25-year-old man, both of whom were hit by the car, were taken to area hospitals in critical condition.
A 24-year-old man was also injured and transported in reasonable condition.
The fourth victim apparently grabbed the hood of the car as it ran to Dan Ryan, and was later transported in a red (serious to critical) condition, according to Chicago Fire officials.
Three other people from the car were also taken to hospital in an unknown condition.
According to Total Traffic, all outbound local lanes were closed due to the collision, though they have since reopened.
The Illinois State Police closed off the local lanes of the freeway on the outfield and closed several exit ramps near the stadium.
The White Sox play the Texas Rangers in game two of a three-game series on Tuesday night at the stadium.
We’ll update this story with new details as they become available.
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