Duluth, WI (August 27, 2023) – A car crash happened in Duluth that took the lives of two individuals. Reports show the incident occurred at around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 26.
Numerous responders went to the scene to render aid shortly after the accident occurred. It happened on Haines Road near the intersection of Skyline Parkway, approximately two miles southwest of downtown Duluth.
Information from local officials shows the incident occurred when a 2001 Ford F-150 was headed south on the road when it left the road and hit a concrete barrier. Despite lifesaving efforts made by paramedics, two victims inside the vehicle lost their lives.
They were identified as Justice Dawn-Marie Williams and Shelly-Ann Morton of Duluth. They both lost their lives at the scene. At this time, police in the area continue to investigate the reason the collision occurred.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
No further information has been reported concerning the incident at this time.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the families of the deceased victims.
Wisconsin Traffic Accidents
Nobody ever expects to find out that their loved one has been taken from them prematurely in a fatal car accident. However, this is a reality that many individuals face every year due to fatal car accidents. In 2022, statistics showed that 595 people were killed in fatal car accidents in Wisconsin, and many others were injured. Many family members wonder how they will move forward after losing a loved one in an accident. There are many options available for them at this time.
Many lives are taken each year due to fatal car accidents in the state of Wisconsin. Almost all fatal car accidents are fully preventable but happen due to many different reasons, such as the following:
- Distracted driving
- Falling asleep behind the wheel
- Driving under the influence
- Speeding
If you have lost a loved one, you and your family will likely be left with a wide array of questions. You may wonder how you can hold a party liable for their acts, as well as what deadlines you will have to meet in your case. If you have lost a loved one in an accident, you should speak with a Duluth wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.
At Zerbst & Kluck, S.C., our attorneys are here to assist you and your family after you have sustained the enormous loss of a loved one in an accident. Proving fault in a fatal accident is not always easy, which is why we will provide you with the resources that you need to move forward. There are specific parties who are able to bring these claims and laws that must be followed, which is why you should always have legal help on your side. Please contact a wrongful death attorney in Allouez at (608) 471-5365 to find out what options are available for you.
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