Allen M. Skaggs dies in fatal Woodford County car crash

Allen M. Skaggs dies in fatal Woodford County car crash

Fatal Woodford County car crash death of Allen M. Skaggs

The Peoria County Coroner reported today that he has officially confirmed the identity of the individual who was involved in a collision with a pickup truck on Tuesday within Woodford County.

According to the official announcement from the coroner’s office, Allen M. Skaggs, who is 42 years old and resides in Normal, was transported to OSF hospital in Peoria while in a critical health status. Medical personnel later declared him deceased at 9:12 a.m. on Tuesday morning.

Coroner Jamie Harwood indicated that Skaggs sustained injuries that were described as being of a type that could not be survived, resulting from the collision. Further details were provided, noting that the use of protective headgear during the incident remains unknown at this point.

It has been stated that toxicology tests are currently underway as required by state regulations, and these procedures will help determine any potential factors related to the accident. The Woodford County authorities are conducting a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.