1 dead in crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive

CHICAGO – A 25-year-old man was killed in a car crash on DuSable Lake Shore Drive overnight.

The accident occurred around 12:15 a.m. Thursday in the 3100 block of North DuSable Lake Shore Drive.

According to police, a 20-year-old man was driving northbound when he swerved to avoid hitting another vehicle in traffic. The driver hit a curb and a light pole.

The passenger in the vehicle, a 25-year-old man, was taken to Northwestern Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The 20-year-old driver was transported to the same hospital and is reported to be in good condition.

The Major Accidents Unit is investigating.