Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle in Englewood, driver in custody, Chicago police say

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on the city's South Side Thursday.

The crash happened around 6:53 p.m. in the 6300 block of South Morgan Street in Englewood, Chicago police said.

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The victim, a female pedestrian whose age and identity were not yet known, was struck by a Chevy vehicle at the location, police said. She was taken to a hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.

A driver was taken into custody. Charges are pending, CPD said.

No further information was immediately available as Chicago police continue to investigate.

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