Illinois State Police, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, November 26, 2012
Add to My HeroesKyle William Deatherage
Trooper Kyle Deatherage was struck and killed by a tractor trailer while making a traffic stop on I-55, at mile marker 62, near Litchfield.
He had parked his motorcycle on the shoulder and was speaking with the driver of the vehicle when the collision occurred.
Trooper Deatherage had served with the Illinois State Police for three years. He is survived by his wife, 4-year-old daughter, 10-month-old son, father, mother, sister, and two brothers.
Bio
- Age 32
- Tour 3 years
- Badge 6128
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
Most Recent Reflection
View all 435 ReflectionsKyle, I was thinking about you today. I shared your ODMP with several friends. I have fond memories of our time together as team mates on the ILEAS team together. I want you to to know that you and your family are in my thoughts.
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