Salem Lakes, WI – A 69-year-old man was killed Friday evening in a single-vehicle crash in the Village of Salem Lakes in southeastern Wisconsin.
According to the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the 22400 block of STH 50/75th Street at approximately 6:54 p.m. Friday following reports of a serious crash involving a full-sized pickup truck. Authorities said the truck was traveling eastbound on STH 50 when it veered off the roadway on the south side of the highway.
The vehicle reportedly struck a large rock and then collided with a tree, causing extensive damage. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene by the Kenosha County Medical Examiner’s Office.
The Kenosha County Major Crash Assistance Team (MCAT) responded to conduct an investigation due to the fatal nature of the crash. The name of the victim has not been released out of respect for the family, officials said.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation as of Saturday. Authorities have not released additional details.
The sheriff’s office reminded the public to observe speed limits and avoid distracted driving. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office at 262-605-5100.
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