Isaiah Edmond Obituary, Death – A 35-year-old Indiana man lost his life in a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 74 in Vermilion County early Tuesday morning.
Victim Identified
Authorities have identified the deceased as Isaiah Edmond, a resident of Indiana. The Champaign County Coroner’s Office confirmed his identity following the crash.
Crash Details
The accident occurred just before 4 a.m. on the westbound lanes of I-74 near milepost 201, close to Fithian, Illinois. According to the Illinois State Police (ISP), the collision involved a passenger car and a tractor-trailer. Officials have not yet released further details on what led to the crash or which vehicle Edmond was in.
Emergency Response and Fatality
Emergency crews responded to the crash scene, and Edmond was transported to the Carle Foundation Hospital Emergency Department, where he was pronounced dead at 5:27 a.m.
Investigation Underway
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation by the Illinois State Police and the Champaign County Coroner’s Office. An autopsy is scheduled later this week to determine the exact cause of death.
Road Closure and Reopening
Following the crash, authorities temporarily closed a portion of I-74 westbound to investigate and clear the scene. The interstate has since reopened to normal traffic.
Awaiting Further Information
As investigators work to determine the cause of the crash, officials urge anyone who may have witnessed the accident to come forward. More details may be released in the coming days as the investigation progresses.
