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Investigation into arson following fire at apartment building in Chicago's South Side district

Individual undergoes treatment at St. Bernard Hospital due to smoke inhalation, as confirmed by Chicago law enforcement.

Investigation into arson following fire at apartment building in Chicago's South Side neighborhood
Investigation into arson following fire at apartment building in Chicago's South Side neighborhood

Investigation into arson following fire at apartment building in Chicago's South Side district

In the early hours of Tuesday morning, a fire erupted at an apartment complex situated in the 300 block of East 68th Street, Chicago's Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood. Chicago firefighters received the call to the scene just before 1:15 a.m.

Upon arrival, the firefighters found the blaze raging in one of the apartments. The fire was quickly extinguished, but not before one woman was affected by smoke inhalation and was taken to St. Bernard Hospital for treatment. The current condition of the woman is unknown at this time.

Fortunately, no other injuries were reported at the scene. However, the fire did displace one woman from her home.

The specific individual who may have started the fire has not been identified in the available information. An arson investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the fire and identify any potential suspects.

The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. As always, fire safety precautions are crucial in preventing such incidents.

We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. Our thoughts are with the affected individuals during this difficult time.

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