An Illinois state trooper, Trooper Corey S. Thompsen, has been confirmed dead following a vehicle collision that occurred on Friday afternoon. According to NBC Chicago, the crash happened near East Leverett Road at County Road 1300E in Champaign County. Thompsen was transported swiftly to a local hospital but succumbed to his injuries at 4:32 P.M.
The details of the incident are being pieced together as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the two-vehicle collision. "It is with a heavy heart and immeasurable sadness that I inform you of the death of Trooper Corey S. Thompsen," said Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly, in a statement obtained by FOX 32 Chicago. The public is asked to give due respect and space to thoroughly grieve both the family of the deceased and his fellow officers during this trying period.
Trooper Thompsen, aged 28, had served almost five years with the Illinois State Police. He leaves behind a wife as well as his parents. Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly expressed profound grief upon announcing Thompsen's death, reflecting on the somber mood within the department as they face this unexpected loss. Additional details about the incident are expected to emerge as the investigation proceeds.
