Thomas Ripley Fatally Struck by Tow Truck in Fairmont City

On June 20, 2025, Thomas S. Ripley, a 22-year-old resident of Fairmont City, Illinois, was killed in a tragic accident. He was struck by a tow truck while riding his bicycle on Collinsville Road near Illinois 203 in St. Clair County. The incident took place early Friday morning, and Ripley was pronounced deceased at the scene at 1:35 a.m. The St. Clair County Coroner, Calvin Dye Sr., formally identified Ripley as the victim. No additional details regarding the circumstances surrounding the accident have been disclosed to the public.