Al Wheeler Killed in Sandwich Train Accident – October 16, 2025

In Sandwich, Illinois, on October 16, 2025, Al Wheeler, 55, was fatally struck by a passing Amtrak train while walking on the railroad tracks near Latham and Center streets. The incident occurred shortly before 9 p.m. and, according to local authorities, there were no signs of foul play. The DeKalb County Coroner’s Office confirmed the identity of the deceased and continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatality.

The Sandwich Police Department reported that the case remains under active investigation. Preliminary findings indicate that Wheeler was on the tracks at the time of the collision, and authorities are examining the sequence of events that led to the incident. This event highlights the inherent dangers associated with pedestrian access to active railway lines.