MARION – The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Illinois State Police, is investigating a fatal traffic crash that happened around 1:40 Thursday afternoon on Herrin Road at Cundiff Cemetary Road.

According to the sheriff’s office, two people died in the crash. Their names have not been released. ISP is conducting the crash reconstruction investigation. First responders from Carterville and Crainville assisted with the call.

Due to the early nature of the investigation, no further information will be released at this time.