On Friday afternoon, authorities found a 69-year-old man from Herrin, Illinois, dead in Crab Orchard Lake. The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene around 2:50 p.m. after receiving reports of a body discovered in the water. The investigation is ongoing, and the cause of death has not yet been determined.
Discovery of the Body and Emergency Response
When deputies arrived at the lake, they were assisted by several agencies, including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Carterville Fire Department, and other emergency responders. The man was found near a small aluminum fishing boat, which authorities identified as belonging to him. However, his identity has not been made public yet, as family members are still being notified.
The boat was located close to where the victim’s body was discovered, leading authorities to believe it was related to the incident. The investigation is still in its early stages, and the cause of death has not been determined.
Investigation and Involvement of Authorities
The Williamson County Coroner’s Office is involved in the case and may schedule an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. The sheriff’s office thanked the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Fish and Wildlife, Carterville Fire, and the county coroner for their coordinated response efforts.
Ongoing Investigation
At this point, there are no updates on the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. The authorities continue to investigate the incident and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as soon as new details are confirmed.
