Pleasant Prairie, WI (July 7, 2024) – A high-speed chase in Wisconsin ended in a deadly crash on Saturday, July 6, the Lake County Sheriff's Office said.

A 32-year-old Salem, Wisconsin man was driving a stolen Lexus GS400 in Pleasant Prairie when local police officers tried to stop him at about 4:30 p.m., a preliminary law enforcement investigation shows. The driver fled at a high rate of speed, and a Pleasant Prairie police officer chased after him, using a tire deflating device near the intersection of Kilbourne and Russell Roads, where he allegedly caused a collision with a Lexus.

The Lexus' driver was killed in the crash, and eight people were injured, including four children. They were hospitalized, but their current conditions are unknown. No further details have been disclosed so far, but an investigation is being conducted by local law enforcement officials .

Our deepest condolences go out to the deceased victims' loved ones. Our thoughts are with the injured victim in hopes of his full recovery.

Fatal Vehicle Accidents in Wisconsin

An auto accident involving a typical passenger vehicle or even motorcycle is bad enough, but crashes usually become significantly more deadly and severe when they also involve an 18-wheeler, semi-truck, or any other large commercial vehicle. Serious injuries and deaths are common outcomes associated with these weighty, oversized vehicles. A truck accident can change your life in an instant, whether you or a loved one is involved.

The costs of medical care and vehicle repairs are only the beginning, which is why it is crucial to determine who is liable for an 18-wheeler or semi-truck collision. And although drivers and their trucking companies are subject to several safety requirements, these rules aren't always followed. For example, one of the most frequent causes of truck accidents is driver fatigue, generally due to drivers who stay on the road longer than permitted to stay on their schedules.

Other reasons for truck accidents are defective machinery, inclement weather, or malfunctioning traffic signals. In other words, liability may fall on the truck driver, the trucking firm, the truck (or trailer) owner, or even a municipal government that fails to maintain roadways property. If the vehicle or component maker supplied defective equipment or neglected to perform proper maintenance, they can also be held accountable for a crash caused by such defects.

No matter the cause of a truck collision, our staff at the Paul Benson Law Firm is ready to assist, advise, and defend injured victims at every step of an accident claim. Furthermore, if you have lost a loved one due to a truck crash, our firm will advocate for your rights so you don't have to bear the financial burden of your loved one's death alone. Paul Benson is a skilled personal injury attorney who is well-versed in Wisconsin state law on wrongful death claims. Moreover, Paul Benson will do everything in his power to protect your rights and assist you in securing your fair compensation to cover burial costs, lost wages, medical expenses, and much more. Call our Pleasant Prairie wrongful death lawyer at (608) 208-6844 to fully review your available legal options following the tragic loss of a loved one.

Notes: Our writing team utilizes secondary sources, including local news reports, police reports, social media platform posts, and eyewitness accounts to gather information about accidents in Wisconsin. It's essential to clarify that our firm has not independently verified the specifics of this particular incident. Therefore, if you discover any inaccuracies in our post, we encourage you to reach out to The Paul Benson Law Firm so that we can promptly rectify any errors. Additionally, we are willing to remove the post upon request. 

Disclaimer: If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in an accident, it's crucial to seek immediate medical attention. Please note that this post is not intended as a solicitation for business. The information provided here does not constitute legal or medical advice. Furthermore, the photograph accompanying this post is unrelated to the accident scene described.