Illinois State Patrol officer Corey Thompsen killed in 2-car crash near Champaign
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — An Illinois State Patrol officer has been killed in a two-vehicle crash in Champaign County.
Authorities report that Corey Thompsen, 28, was involved in a crash on East Leverett Road at County Road 1300E in Champaign County.
He was rushed to the hospital after that crash Friday afternoon, but he died of his injuries. He had served five years with the state patrol.
Gov. JB Pritzker offered Thompson's wife and parents his condolences, saying "he should have had a long life of service ahead of him. His family and loved ones will be in the thoughts of Illinoisans across our state tonight. May his memory be a blessing."
Investigators haven't said what led to the two-car crash, or if any charges will be filed in connection with it.
Before this crash, Illinois State police say 19 troopers were involved in crashes this year, but none of those were fatal.