Flora and Louisville, Illinois – The close-knit communities of Flora and Louisville are in mourning following a devastating car accident that took the life of a 17-year-old teenager and left another injured on Sunday morning. The incident occurred on the Locust Creek Bridge, where a single-vehicle crash unfolded, leaving residents in shock and grief.
The tragedy struck at approximately 6:00 AM on October 22, 2023, when law enforcement agencies were called to the scene of the accident on Illinois State Route 127. According to the Washington County Coroner’s Office, Robert Trevor Green, a 17-year-old from Flora, Illinois, was the restrained driver of a KIA sedan traveling north on Route 127. For reasons yet unknown, the vehicle veered off the roadway, crossed to the west side of the guard rail, became airborne upon reaching Locust Creek, and then struck the north side of the creek embankment.
Despite the immediate response from emergency services, Green was tragically pronounced dead at the scene at 6:23 AM by Washington County Coroner Mark Styninger. The accident has left the community in deep sorrow, as friends, family, and neighbors grapple with the loss of a young life.
As the investigation into the incident continues, the communities of Flora and Louisville come together to support one another during this difficult time. The impact of this tragedy serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of road safety, urging everyone to exercise caution and vigilance while on the road.
Our hearts go out to the loved ones of Robert Trevor Green as they navigate this unimaginable loss. The communities join in collective grief, remembering a young life cut short and offering solace to those who mourn his passing.
