Vehicle Fleeing Police Hits Two Pedestrians

One person is in custody after a vehicle fleeing police officers in Chicago's East Garfield Park neighborhood struck two pedestrians, sending them to the hospital, authorities said.

One victim, a 72-year-old woman, sustained an ankle injury and a laceration to her head. The second victim, a 51-year-old man, received bruising to his lower left leg and shoulder. Both were taken to Stroger Hospital and are in good condition, authorities said. 

Charges are pending against the person in custody.

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