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May 10, 2021 | 7:11 AM
(EFFINGHAM) The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation – Zone 5, is investigating the report of deceased body found in the waters of Lake Shelbyville near Wolf Creek State Park in Shelby County. It was this past Saturday that 70 year old Donald E. Pygott from Mattoon was reported missing by family to local authorities. Then at approximately 9:00 Saturday night, Pygott was located deceased at Lake Shelbyville. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, Shelby County Dive Team, Shelby County Coroner’s Office, and Illinois DNR Conservation Police assisted the State Police. Anyone who witnessed or has any knowledge of the incident is asked to contact the ISP by emailing at ISP.Zone05.Media@Illinois.gov.