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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Sangamon County fatal crash
2. Virden man accident victim
A tragic motorcycle and pickup truck collision in Sangamon County, Illinois resulted in the death of a Virden man. The incident occurred at the intersection of Waverly Road and Route 104, where a 27-year-old pickup truck driver from Alabama failed to yield at the intersection, causing a collision with the eastbound motorcycle driven by 56-year-old James Comerford. Comerford was pronounced dead at the scene, while the pickup truck driver received a citation for failing to reduce speed. This incident follows another recent collision near Waverly Road involving a car and a tractor. The Illinois State Police and Sangamon County Coroner are continuing to investigate the matter.
1. Fatal accident in Sangamon County
2. Sangamon County car crash victim
Tragic Motorcycle and Pickup Truck Collision Claims Life of Virden Man in Sangamon County
On a fateful Saturday afternoon, tragedy struck in Sangamon County as a collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck claimed the life of a Virden man. The incident occurred near the intersection of Waverly Road and Route 104, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Incident
Illinois State Police swiftly responded to the scene of the accident at 3:30 p.m. The investigation revealed that a pickup truck, driven by a 27-year-old individual from Alabama, was stopped on northbound Waverly Road at the Route 104 intersection. At the same time, a motorcycle, operated by a Virden resident, was travelling eastbound on Route 104 towards Waverly Road. Tragically, the pickup truck entered the intersection and collided with the motorcycle, resulting in fatal consequences.
Victim Identification
The motorcyclist involved in the collision was identified as 56-year-old James Comerford by the Sangamon County Coroner. Despite the best efforts of emergency responders, Comerford was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving behind a grieving family and community.
Legal Ramifications
While the driver of the pickup truck escaped physical harm, they were issued a citation for failing to reduce speed to avoid a crash and failing to yield at an intersection. The repercussions of this tragic incident extend beyond the loss of life to potential legal consequences for those involved.
Continued Investigation
Just days before this fatal collision, another accident near Waverly Road involving a car and a tractor resulted in minor injuries for both parties involved. The Illinois State Police, in conjunction with Coroner Jim Allmon, continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking event to determine the root causes and prevent similar tragedies in the future.
As the community of Sangamon County grapples with the aftermath of this devastating incident, it serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of road safety for all motorists. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of James Comerford during this difficult time.
