Car Drives Into Crowd at Chicago Anti-ICE Protest: No Injuries Reported

Car Speeds Through Crowd of Anti-ICE Protesters in Downtown Chicago; No Injuries Reported Chicago, IL – June 10, 2025 – A chaotic scene unfolded in downtown Chicago today as a burgundy car sped through a large crowd of protesters demonstrating against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids. The incident occurred at the intersection of Wabash and Monroe streets, where hundreds had gathered to express their opposition to recent ICE actions. ABC7 Chicago captured the event on video, showing the car driving rapidly through the crowd. Following the incident, the reporter, Tre Ward, stated, "What looked to be a peaceful gathering turned violent in a short time." The video footage shows protesters scattering as the car passes. According to initial reports from Chicago Police, no injuries were reported, although police are actively searching for the driver. The protest itself was a significant gathering, with at least a thousand participants demonstrating in solidarity with similar protests in Los Angeles. Organizers have indicated their intention to continue their demonstrations against what they describe as unjust immigration enforcement. While the incident involving the car was alarming, the peaceful nature of the majority of the protest and the lack of reported injuries offer a glimmer of hope for continued, peaceful demonstrations.