5-year-old dies after tragic accident in Plain Township

Published
June 22, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Illinois
Plain Township, backyard
Incident type
Workplace

Summary

Workplace Accident Illinois Today in Illinois: A 5-year-old child died after being struck by heavy machinery being operated by the child's father in a backyard in Plain Township on Sunday. The father was backing up the machine when he discovered the child on the ground with severe injuries. The father rushed the child to Mercy Hospital, where the child was pronounced dead. The father was also treated for injuries after jumping off the machine. The Stark County Sheriff and the coroner's office are investigating the incident.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Father (unnamed) At-fault party

Original reporting

5-year-old dies after tragic accident in Plain Township

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