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Authorities Investigating Deadly Camper Fire In Shelby County

Authorities are investigating after a deadly camper fire in Shelbyville.

 

According to the Shelby County Sheriff's Office, emergency crews responded around 12:25 Friday afternoon to a report of a camper fire at Robin Hood Woods Campground along Illinois Route 16.

 

When firefighters extinguished the fire, they discovered the body of an adult woman inside the camper. Officials say the camper was located at a permanent campsite within the campground.

 

The investigation is now being led by the Illinois State Police Zone 5 Investigations Division. Assisting agencies include the Illinois State Fire Marshal’s Office, the Shelby County Coroner’s Office, and the sheriff’s office.

 

Authorities say no additional details are being released at this time in order to protect the integrity of the investigation. However, officials say there is no ongoing threat to the community.

 

Additional information will be released by Illinois State Police as it becomes available.

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