Man charged with DUI in deadly Little Village crash, Chicago police say

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Monday, October 28, 2024
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CHICAGO (WLS) -- A man is facing felony charges in a deadly Southwest Side crash on Sunday, Chicago police said.

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The crash happened at about 2 a.m. in the 4500-block of West 26th Street in Little Village, police said.

Chicago police said Angel Rodriguez, 35, was driving under the influence of alcohol when he crashed.

As a result of the crash, a 26-year-old man, who was riding in the car with Rodriguez, was killed in the crash.

Rodriguez is facing two felony counts for reckless homicide and aggravated DUI; two misdemeanor charges for driving under the influence of alcohol. He was also cited for speeding.

He was arrested on the scene.

The 26-year-old man has not been identified.

Rodriguez is due in court on Monday for a detention hearing.

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