ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ill. — A devastating head-on collision on U.S. Route 50 in St. Clair County claimed the lives of three people, including an 11-year-old boy, on Monday night.
According to the St. Clair County Coroner’s Office, the victims have been identified as Jacob Emmerich-Tomlin, 11, and Blaise Nowak, 21. The third victim, whose name has not yet been released, was transported to a hospital with critical injuries but later succumbed to their wounds.
Details of the Crash
The Illinois State Police reported that troopers responded to the scene around 8:50 p.m. near the intersection of U.S. Route 50 and Clinton County Line Road. The crash involved two vehicles colliding head-on, though authorities have yet to release additional details regarding the cause of the collision.
Both Emmerich-Tomlin and Nowak were pronounced dead at the scene. The third victim, initially rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment, was later pronounced dead.
Community Mourns the Loss
The tragic loss of an 11-year-old child has left the local community shaken. Friends, family, and neighbors have begun paying tribute to the victims, with heartfelt condolences pouring in for their grieving loved ones.
As the investigation into the cause of the crash continues, authorities have not yet provided further details regarding contributing factors such as weather conditions, speed, or potential impairment.
This devastating incident serves as a solemn reminder of the dangers of the road, leaving family and friends grappling with an unimaginable loss.
Officials are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash to come forward with information as they work to determine exactly what led to this fatal collision.
