Shelby County, IL (June 1, 2025) – Four people died early Sunday morning after a car versus train crash in Shelby County.
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Illinois State Police troopers responded to the crash on June 1 at 4:20 a.m. around Shelby County Road/400 North and Route 45, north of Effingham. Four people died in the incident, but the train did not derail. The roadway reopened at 9:41 a.m.
Sigel Fire Protection District Assistant Chief Ryan Dust said they were the first agency on scene, and were then followed by Illinois State Police, Neoga Fire Protection District and the railway company Canadian National.
However, officials have not commented on the incident or released any further details, including the victim’s condition, and police are still investigating the cause of the accident. Witnesses were asked to contact authorities if they had more information.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family members at this time.
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Auto accidents result in tens of thousands of injuries nationwide, with an alarming proportion of these incidents occurring across the state of Illinois and in the greater Chicagoland area. However, there may be some legal options available after a victim is hit, injured, or killed by a negligent party, whether that entity is another driver, train conductor, trucking company, or manufacturer.
At Ankin Law, our wrongful death attorneys can assist you in obtaining compensation to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress. Over several decades, our unwavering wrongful death lawyers have successfully obtained compensation for local clients. As one of Illinois’s largest personal injury law firms, we have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in jury verdicts and settlements.
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