Chester, WI – Two Killed in US-151 Truck Crash

Chester, WI (October 25, 2023) – Two people have died as a result of a fatal truck crash reported in Dodge County on Wednesday morning. The crash occurred just before 2:45 a.m. on October 25.

Calls for assistance were received by the Wisconsin State Patrol regarding an automobile accident on US Highway 151.

According to official reports, a semi-truck tractor-trailer and a Kia sedan collided head-on on US Highway 151. The incident caused severe delays in the area just 74 miles outside of Milwaukee.

A 28-year-old female passenger and a 25-year-old male driver both suffered fatal injuries. The two victims were pronounced dead on site.

Five additional people were injured and transported to area hospitals.

At this time, the incident is being investigated.

Our thoughts go out to all of those who have been harmed in this crash.

We hope the injured victims recover quickly.

Fatal Truck Accidents in Wisconsin

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Here in Wisconsin, we see many people die as a result of the drivers who fail to operate their vehicles safely. Some of the leading factors in fatal truck crashes across our state include:

• Defective truck parts
• Poor road conditions
• Improperly loaded cargo
• Lack of driver training/experience
• Mechanical failures

Unfortunately, any reckless, negligent, or malicious action can lead to a life-altering truck accident that ultimately claims the lives of innocent people. There are many cases where families are forced to deal with the overwhelming impacts of fatal accidents. After losing a loved one, many families deal with overwhelming financial burdens. Families often have to spend tens of thousands of dollars on funeral arrangements, medical expenses, and more. To add insult to injury, families are often deprived a source of income.

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