The identity of the person found deceased in the 4,000 block of E. IL Rt 64 has been confirmed by the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office and by the Oregon School District.
The person is Jill Bier. Bier was a staff member at the Oregon Elementary School. The School Superintendent, PJ Copesay says have been working closely with the Ogle County Sheriff’s Department since Friday, and they received confirmation that we could share this information with the staff and families.
Copesay said “We know this loss will impact many of our students, and we are focused on providing support for them at school tomorrow. Counselors and staff will be available to help students process their emotions, whether they need a quiet space, someone to talk to, or just extra reassurance throughout the day.”
The Sheriff said while the investigation remains ongoing, search warrants, interviews, and an autopsy have taken place since the initial call, which lead them to believe no danger to the public exists. Pending toxicology and continued examination of the evidence, no further information will be released at this time.
Illinois State Police Crime Scene, the Office of the Illinois Fire Marshal, the Ogle County Coroner’s Office, and the Peoria County Medical Examiner assisted the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office.
