Township of Schleswig, Wisconsin – A tragic accident occurred on Friday morning, September 20, 2024, resulting in the death of a 72-year-old man from Kiel and serious injuries to an 18-year-old male from Malone. The incident took place around 4:54 a.m. at the intersection of CTH X and Louis Corners Road in the Township of Schleswig, according to a press release from the Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Department.
Sheriff Dan Hartwig reported that the accident involved a 2018 Ford Focus driven by the elderly man and a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta operated by the teenager. The collision, which appeared to be head-on, left the older man dead at the scene. The teenager was airlifted to ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah by ThedaStar with life-threatening injuries.
The Wisconsin State Patrol is assisting with the reconstruction of the accident, and no further information is being released at this time as the investigation is ongoing.
Sheriff Hartwig extended his heartfelt condolences to the families affected by this tragedy. He also expressed gratitude to the various emergency response teams, including the Kiel Police Department, Kiel Fire Department, Kiel EMS, New Holstein Fire Department, ThedaStar, Manitowoc County Joint Dispatch Center, Manitowoc County Highway Department, Manitowoc County Coroner’s Office, and Hi-Way 42 Garage for their support and assistance in managing the situation.
This devastating incident has left the local community in shock, and authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution and be mindful of road safety.