PEORIA COUNTY, Ill. – We’re learning more about the fatal New Year’s Day accident in rural Peoria County that claimed the life of a man, but detectives say they need more help.
The accident occurred Saturday at 5:40 a.m. in the 7600 block of Plank Road, claiming the life of Caleb Charlson, 40.
Now, detectives say a pickup truck was seen by eyewitnesses travelling westbound from the accident site, possibly with a flat front tire. The make, model, and color of the truck are not known.
If you saw the truck, or have more information, you’re asked to call Peoria County Sheriffs Detective Dave Zook at (309) 657-7682, or the Greater Peoria Area Crime Stoppers hotline at (309) 673-9000.