James M. Basse, known as Jimmy, was 40 and from Decatur, Illinois. He died on September 15, 2017; private family services were held and Brintlinger and Earl Funeral Home assisted the family.

Because details about the circumstances are scarce and not widely reported, no further information about an investigation or charges has been disclosed.

If anyone knew James, was close to his family, or has information about what happened to him, please share what is known.