One killed in Tuesday Carthage accident

CARTHAGE - The Hancock County Sheriff's Office reports that at approximately 2:17 p.m. on Tuesday September 30th 2025 emergency personnel responded to a head on-collision involving a semi-truck and a passenger car on State Highway 94 just north of the Burnside Corner near Carthage.
One driver was transported to Carthage Memorial Hospital where they later succumbed to their injuries. The other driver was also transported to Carthage Memorial Hospital with moderate injuries.
The Illinois State Police are handling the crash investigation. No further details are being released at this time pending notification of family. The Hancock County Sheriff's Office extends its condolences to those affected by this tragic incident.