CPD officer injured after squad car struck during chase involving stolen vehicle on West Side

CHICAGO (WGN) — An officer is recovering in the hospital and a suspect is in custody following a crash involving a stolen vehicle and a CPD squad car on the West Side early Saturday morning.

According to Illinois State Police troopers, it all began around 1:15 a.m. after troopers spotted a vehicle that had just been hijacked near West Ogden Avenue and West Polk Avenue, on the Near West Side.

Troopers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the vehicle, but the driver allegedly fled. Amid the flee attempt, troopers said three people allegedly got out of the car and ran away on foot.

Shortly after the passengers fled, troopers said the driver of the vehicle allegedly crashed head-on into a CPD squad car near West Madison Street and North Pulaski Road in West Garfield Park.

Shortly after the crash, troopers said the driver attempted to flee the scene on foot but was quickly taken into custody.

Both the officer and the suspect involved in the crash were later hospitalized for injuries, though their conditions are unclear.

Authorities have not yet announced charges against the individual arrested.