Victims of fatal I-55 accident identified

Published
January 07, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Springfield, Illinois
I-55, near the I-72 split
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Incident type
Other

Summary

Accident Springfield Illinois in Springfield, Illinois: A fatal accident occurred on Interstate 55 in Springfield, Illinois, on Tuesday morning. The victims were Jennifer Damm, 37, and her 8-year-old daughter Kendyn Damm. Both died from blunt force trauma. The incident took place near the I-72 split on the southeast side of Springfield. The Illinois State Police are investigating the cause of the accident. The North Mac School District posted a message about the tragedy and offered support to the affected family.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Jennifer Damm Named in reporting
Kendyn Damm Named in reporting
Karina Villa Named in reporting
Listen Illinois House Named in reporting

Original reporting

Victims of fatal I-55 accident identified | NPR Illinois

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