From Wabash County Sheriff J. Derek Morgan:
On 11/21/22 at approximately 11:55 a.m. the Wabash County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 call at 314 E Hackberry St. in Bellmont, for a deceased 48 year old male. The Sheriff's Office contacted Wabash County Coroner Shaun Keepes, and his office responded. Coroner Keepes identified the deceased as Michael W. VanMatre 48, of Bellmont. The Illinois State Police Crime Scene Services were requested. An autopsy was performed at the Wabash County Coroner's Office on 11/22/22. The investigation remains ongoing and no foul play is suspected.