Overview

• The crash occurred on April 19, 2025, at approximately 10:15 a.m. when the plane struck power lines and crashed onto County Line Road near Trilla, Illinois.
• All four victims, two men and two women, were from Wisconsin and were pronounced dead at the scene, according to authorities.
• The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are conducting a joint investigation into the cause of the crash.
• Debris from the Cessna C180G remains scattered across the roadway, which is closed for cleanup and evidence collection.
• Illinois Governor JB Pritzker issued a statement offering condolences and support to the victims’ families while commending first responders.