Published on September 27 2021 6:40 pm
Last Updated on September 28 2021 7:07 am
Written by Greg Sapp
Authorities are investigating a death and suspected home invasion near Edgewood.
The Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 8 was requested by the Clay County Sheriff's Office to assist with the incident.
80-year-old Roger Courson was found dead in his home by a family member at approximately 11:00 Sunday morning.
Authorities determined that a safe, multiple firearms and a television were taken from the Courson residence. The investigation is being led by the Illinois State Police DCI Zone 8 and is still open and ongoing.
The cause and manner of death are pending.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact ISP DCI Zone 8 in Effingham at 217-342-7861.