Investigation underway after pedestrian hit, killed by car in Park Ridge
An investigation is underway after a pedestrian was hit by a car in suburban Park Ridge on Saturday morning.
Just before 6:30 a.m., Park Ridge police responded to the crash at the intersection of Cumberland and Peterson avenues.
Police said the pedestrian was taken to Lutheran General Hospital and later died.
The department identified the victim as Katherine Baransky, 65, of Park Ridge.
The intersection was closed for investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to contact the police at 847-318-5252.
