Woman killed in crash near United Center

Police say 43-year-old pedestrian was crossing against the signal when struck by SUV

Apr. 13, 2026 at 4:03am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered car side mirror reflecting the faint glow of streetlights, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a fatal pedestrian accident.The shattered remnants of a vehicle collision serve as a somber reminder of the tragic consequences when pedestrians and drivers fail to coexist safely on city streets.Chicago Today

A 43-year-old woman was fatally struck by a vehicle on Sunday night near the United Center in Chicago's Near West Side neighborhood. Police say the woman was crossing the street against the signal when she was hit by a 17-year-old female driver in a silver SUV who had the right of way.

Why it matters

Pedestrian safety around major venues like the United Center is an ongoing concern, with the area seeing high foot traffic on event nights. This tragic incident highlights the need for improved traffic controls and pedestrian awareness in busy urban areas.

The details

According to police, the accident occurred around 9 p.m. on Sunday in the 100 block of South Ashland Avenue. The 17-year-old driver told authorities she was traveling eastbound on Ogden Avenue when she struck the 43-year-old woman who was crossing the street against the signal. The woman sustained head trauma and was pronounced dead at Stroger Hospital. A witness confirmed the teenage driver had the green light.

  • The accident occurred around 9 p.m. on Sunday, April 13, 2026.

The players

17-year-old female driver

The driver of the silver SUV who struck the pedestrian and reported having the right of way.

43-year-old woman

The pedestrian who was crossing the street against the signal and was fatally struck by the vehicle.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for increased pedestrian safety measures and driver awareness around high-traffic areas like the United Center. City officials will likely review traffic patterns and signaling in the area to prevent similar accidents in the future.