Springfield (Illinois) Mayor Tim Davlin found dead in his home

[The Straight Story]

Springfield Mayor Tim Davlin found dead in his home

Springfield Mayor Tim Davlin was found dead in his home at 2604 Apple Creek Drive this morning, authorities have confirmed.

Springfield Police Chief Rob Williams said authorities found the mayor deceased after going to the home about 9:10 a.m.

Davlin did not show up for a court-ordered appearance this morning in a pending estate case involving his late cousin.

Davlin reportedly died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, but authorities would not confirm that at a news conference this morning.

Ward 3 Ald. Frank Kunz is mayor pro tem of the city. He said he is shocked and said "it's a sad day."

Mayoral spokesman Ernie Slottag said day-to-day operations of the city will continue the same.

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[Kalyke]

1. Which Springfield?

There are a ton of Springfields throughout the country. The link doesn't immediately tell me what state, either.

[kysrsoze]

3. Yes, I thought it might have been Mayor Quimby.

[Kalyke]

10. I have to admit, the Simpsons crossed my mind only because

of the contest they had to see which Springfield. :)

[The Straight Story]

6. IL (nt)

[Ishoutandscream2]

2. Okay. I worried it might be Mayor Quimby

[kysrsoze]

4. Great minds... ha-ha!

[PBS Poll-435]

5. When did they fire Chief Wiggam?

:grr:

[MineralMan]

7. Illinois. There's a Springfield in many states. Why not put

the state in your OP?

[The Straight Story]

8. Done (nt)

[MineralMan]

9. Thanks!