Fitchburg, WI – A deadly two-vehicle crash shut down a major Dane County roadway for hours Friday morning, causing significant delays for commuters traveling through the Fitchburg area. Officials say US Highway 14 near Lacy Road was closed for approximately four hours following the collision, which occurred shortly before 9 a.m.
According to the Fitchburg Police Department, officers were dispatched at 8:50 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2025, for the crash. When first responders arrived, they found both vehicles heavily damaged. The Dane County Medical Examiner’s Office pronounced a 40-year-old male driver deceased at the scene. His identity has not yet been released pending family notification.
The second driver involved was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries, police said. No further details on their condition were immediately available. Investigators remained on scene into the early afternoon, redirecting traffic as crews worked to reconstruct the incident and clear debris.
Highway 14 is a heavily traveled corridor connecting Fitchburg, Madison, and surrounding communities, leaving many drivers seeking alternate routes throughout the morning. Authorities have not yet determined what led to the crash, and the investigation remains active.
The Fitchburg Police Department reported that the Dane County Sheriff’s Office Freeway Service Team and the Wisconsin State Patrol assisted with the response and investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage is encouraged to contact Fitchburg Police.
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