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69-year-old Herrin man found dead in Crab Orchard Lake

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WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. (WSIL) -- Authorities discovered a body in Crab Orchard Lake on June 13, 2025.

Williamson County Sheriff's deputies, with help from US Fish & Wildlife and Carterville Fire, reported the victim as a 69-year-old man from Herrin, Illinois.

Investigators said they found a small aluminum fishing boat in the area, which belonged to the victim.

The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office expressed gratitude to US Fish & Wildlife, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Carterville Fire, and the Williamson County Coroner for their assistance.

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