Tragic Late-Night Crash in Davenport Claims Life of 30-Year-Old Riley Bennett
A devastating two-vehicle collision occurred in Davenport on Tuesday, December 17, resulting in the tragic loss of 30-year-old Riley Bennett of Rock Island.
According to the Davenport Police Department, the incident occurred at approximately 11:12 p.m. near the intersection of East River Drive and Forest Road. A preliminary investigation revealed that an eastbound Kia Soul, driven by Bennett, lost control, crossed the center line, and collided with a westbound Chevrolet Trailblazer.
Bennett, who was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the collision, was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the Trailblazer, who was wearing a seatbelt, was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The Davenport Police Department’s Traffic Safety Unit is currently investigating the incident. The identity of the Trailblazer’s driver has not been released, pending family notifications.
Tributes have begun pouring in for Bennett, with friends and acquaintances remembering him for his bright smile and infectious personality. Kilkenny’s Pub, a local establishment, shared a heartfelt tribute, stating, “The world got a little darker today… We’ve lost someone today who was amazing. Those memories we will cherish for a lifetime.
