MCHENRY COUNTY, Ill. () — A fatal boating crash prompted authorities to close a stretch of the Fox River for several hours Saturday, and officials indicated investigators may be looking for people connected to the incident.
The McHenry Township Fire Protection District described the incident as a boating accident in the 2400-block of Riverside Drive West.
Illinois state Sen. Craig Wilcox said at least one person died after being injured, and that passengers from what he called the “offending boat” may have gone ashore and could be on foot near Holiday Hills.
Wilcox urged residents to remain alert and contact police if they see anything unusual.
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“Our thoughts and prayers for everyone involved in the boating accident just down river from the dam. We understand there has been a victim who has succumbed to injuries, and that members of the offending boat may be on foot in Holiday Hills area south of the dam. Please keep your eyes open for anyone who may be injured and appear to be a boater that is out of place. Call the police even if you have just suspicions,” Wilcox said in a statement.
The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office said the Fox River was closed south of the McHenry Dam while authorities investigated and asked the public to stay away from the area. The waterway has since reopened.
No additional details were immediately released by officials.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
