Clinton Lake Drowning Confirmed as Cause of Death

Kyle N. Bounds, a 45-year-old man from Hudson, drowned at Clinton Lake on August 2, 2025, with authorities confirming his identity after notifying his family. The DeWitt County Coroner's Office reported that preliminary autopsy results confirmed drowning as the cause of death. The Weldon Boat Ramp was closed for several hours during the incident, with boat traffic redirected to the Clinton Lake Marina ramp until the ramp reopened around 10 p.m. The DeWitt County Sheriff's Office and Illinois Conservation Police are assisting with the ongoing investigation. No additional details about the circumstances of the drowning have been released. The investigation remains active.