Fatal plane crash in Poplar Grove claims life of 83-year-old Rockford man, convicted sex offender
The Boone County Coroner has identified Richard McClung, 83, of Rockford, as the victim of a fatal plane crash in a Poplar Grove neighborhood over the weekend.
Poplar Grove residents are continuing to react to a plane crash that occurred in their neighborhood on Valentine's Day. The crash happened while several neighbors were in their homes.
Richard McClung, a convicted sex offender, crashed his amateur-built plane in Poplar Grove, Illinois, after being radio silent during the 15-minute flight, resulting in his death.