The crash happened at about 10 p.m. in the 13600 block of W. Branford Street, according to fire officials.
Three cars collided, trapping at least one person inside. A man in his 30s had to be pulled from the twisted wreckage.
At least one other person was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, officials said.
Branford Street was closed as an investigation continued.
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