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Richard Withers

Case from Petersburg, IL dated Feb 01, 2025

Victim Details

Richard Withers

Male

White / Caucasian

Petersburg

IL

2025-02-01

40

Richard

Withers

07/04/2026

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Richard Withers, a 40-year-old male from Petersburg, Illinois, tragically lost his life on February 1, 2025, after sustaining a gunshot wound. Emergency medical services transported him from his home to Springfield Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced clinically deceased on February 2, 2025. His passing has left a profound impact on his family, friends, and the local community.

The circumstances surrounding Withers' death are currently under investigation by the Sangamon County Coro ...
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  • Pontiac Daily Leader: Coroner identifies 15-year-old who died in weekend shooting outside of Petersburg
  • The State Journal-Register: 'We have a family that's in need': Coroner identifies Petersburg man in shooting Saturday
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