Alder-manic candidate hurt in car accident
(PS) A police officer whom is currently in the race for alderman in the 38th ward hurt in accident Saturday. Mike Keeney a candidate against incumbent Tim Cullerton was involved in a crash Saturday responding to an emergency call. The two officers were traveling East bound on Irving Park Rd, Saturday when they were struck by a Sedan traveling South bound. Although not seriously injured, Keeney was undergoing observation and testing.
The other officer may have to under go surgery due to injury's acquired from the accident. All are expected to make a full recovery. Police issued the driver a ticket for failure to yield to an emergency vehicle. Keeney is expected to return to the campaign trail soon.
