MANHATTAN, IL – The unnerving search for Robert M. Hollingsworth ended in heartbreak as the Will County Coroner, Laurie Summers, confirmed his death Monday night.
The Mokena resident was found deceased in Manhattan on Sunday morning, hours after his mysterious disappearance had rocked the community.
Robert’s baffling absence began after a shocking car crash on Route 52. Witnesses recalled a distraught Hollingsworth, possibly injured, leaving the scene. His personal belongings were discovered at the site, further deepening the enigma. Adding another layer of complexity, Katie Hollingsworth, Robert’s mother, had voiced concerns over her son’s mental well-being before he vanished.
While the Will County Coroner’s Office is actively engaged, the conclusive cause and manner of Robert’s death remain undetermined, awaiting further investigations and reports. The Manhattan Police Department is also rigorously probing into the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
Authorities continue to stress the importance of community assistance. Anyone possessing pertinent information should contact the Manhattan Police at (815) 418-2122. Every detail counts in shedding light on this tragic mystery.
