Jacksonville, IL — The Jacksonville community is mourning the tragic loss of Adelisa “Addy” Rose Johnson, a 15-year-old sophomore at Jacksonville High School, who was killed Friday evening in a single-vehicle crash in Morgan County that also left three others injured.
According to the Morgan County Coroner’s Office, the crash occurred around 6:00 p.m. near the intersection of Mt. Zion Road and Gravel Springs Road. Officials reported that a vehicle traveling east left the roadway for reasons still under investigation and subsequently rolled.
The coroner confirmed that Johnson, who was a back-seat passenger in the vehicle, was ejected during the crash and pronounced dead at the scene. Her death has sent shockwaves through her school and the broader Jacksonville community.
The conditions of the three other individuals involved in the crash have not been publicly released. Authorities have not provided additional details regarding their injuries or identities at this time.
Illinois State Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. No further information has been made available as the investigation remains ongoing.
Johnson, known to many as “Addy,” was a cherished member of the Jacksonville High School community. District Superintendent Steve Ptacek confirmed her enrollment and shared a message of remembrance and sympathy on behalf of the district.
“The entire JSD117 community is grieving the loss of Addy, who was a cherished member of our school. She will be greatly missed by students and staff,” Ptacek said in a Facebook post. “On behalf of the staff, board, and student body, I offer sincere condolences to Addy’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
In response to the tragedy, the school district announced that counselors, social workers, and psychologists will be available to support students, staff, and families affected by the loss. District officials emphasized the importance of providing emotional support as the school community navigates its grief.
The district also extended its thoughts and well wishes to the students injured in the crash and their families, expressing hope for their recovery in the days ahead.
As friends, classmates, teachers, and loved ones remember Addy’s life, her passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of those who knew her. No additional information has been released at this time.
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