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Peoria dentist killed in Monday skydiving accident in Ottawa

OTTAWA, ILLINOIS, JUL 9 – Dr. Noel Liu, 48, died during a skydive at Skydive Chicago; investigations by multiple agencies are ongoing with forensic and toxicology tests pending.

  • Dr. Noel Liu, a 48-year-old dental professional from East Peoria, tragically lost his life in a skydiving mishap at Skydive Chicago in Ottawa on Monday.
  • The accident occurred when both skydivers' parachutes collapsed, causing them to be thrown through the air, leading to Liu's fatal injuries.
  • The LaSalle County Coroner's Office and Sheriff's Office are conducting the investigation with support from both the NTSB and the FAA.
  • Coroner Richard Ploch said a forensic autopsy was conducted Tuesday, with preliminary results pending and further testing expected to continue the review.
  • Liu was recognized as an accomplished dental entrepreneur and beloved family man who touched many lives, while condolences continue to be expressed publicly.
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Shaw Local broke the news in on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
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