MOMENCE, IL – A single motorcycle accident unfolded near Vincennes Trail and 4000 North Rd in rural Momence Thursday night, resulting in the death of a 69-year-old local resident.
The victim, identified by the Coroner as Rick Stromme was riding his motorcycle when it veered off the road and entered a ditch. Despite immediate response from emergency personnel, Stromme was pronounced dead at the scene around 6 pm on Thursday.
No other riders were on the bike at the time of the crash. The cause of the wreck remains under investigation.
