Rigoberto Reynozo Identified as Victim killed in Fatal Rollover Accident Near Harvard

Harvard, IL—Authorities have identified the man who tragically lost his life in a single-vehicle rollover accident near Harvard on Tuesday morning. The victim has been named as 40-year-old Rigoberto Reynozo, who was also known by the name Rigoberto Reynozo-Herrera. Reynozo was a resident of Harvard and was well-known within the local community.

The fatal accident occurred at approximately 9:40 a.m. in the 9900 block of Lawrence Road, according to a news release issued by the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office. Reynozo was driving a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee southbound when the vehicle unexpectedly veered off the road.

According to authorities, the SUV rolled over multiple times before coming to a stop in a nearby cornfield. The severity of the accident was evident, with the vehicle sustaining extensive damage. Tragically, Reynozo was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash and was ejected from the vehicle during the rollover. Emergency responders arrived swiftly but were unable to save him, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The McHenry County Coroner’s Office conducted an autopsy, which confirmed that the cause of death was blunt force trauma, a result of the violent nature of the crash. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to determine what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway, although no additional details have been released at this time.

The sudden loss of Rigoberto Reynozo has left the Harvard community in mourning. Known by those close to him as a hardworking and devoted individual, his untimely death has sent shockwaves through the local area. Friends and family are struggling to come to terms with the tragic incident that claimed his life.

Authorities are urging drivers to always wear seatbelts and exercise caution on the roads, particularly in rural areas where unexpected accidents can occur. The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, and they have not ruled out any potential contributing factors, including speed or road conditions.

As the community processes this devastating news, plans for a memorial service to honor Rigoberto Reynozo are being made. The family has requested privacy during this difficult time as they grieve the loss of a beloved father, son, and friend.