In PIATT COUNTY, Illinois, a man from Farmer City has been convicted nearly one year after a tragic accident that resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. The incident involved charges of driving under the influence.
On Wednesday, Jason Sharp, aged 45, was found guilty by a jury on four counts of aggravated DUI. This verdict follows a detailed examination of the events surrounding the crash.
As previously covered by WCIA, the Piatt County Sheriff’s Office was alerted to a serious two-car collision with injuries on April 13, 2025. The accident occurred at the intersection of 2500 North Road and 800 East Road around 3:20 p.m.
Authorities reported that Sharp was traveling west on 2500 North Road when he ignored a yield sign at the intersection with 800 East Road. This led to a collision with a northbound vehicle, causing it to overturn.