Illinois Trooper killed in Auto Accident
Trooper Ryan Albin was killed in a vehicle crash on I-74, near milepost 155, in the area of Farmer City at approximately 3:10 pm.
His patrol car collided with a box truck as the vehicles reduced speed for slow moving traffic in a construction zone. He was flown to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Trooper Albin's canine was transported to a veterinary hospital with minor injuries.
Trooper Albin had served with the Illinois State Police for 11-1/2 years and was assigned as a canine handler in District 6.
Please contact the following agency to send condolences or to obtain funeral arrangements:
Director Leo Scmitz
Illinois State Police
801 S 7th Street
P.O. Box 19461
Springfield, IL 62794
Phone: (217) 782-6637
