The Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a concrete truck that had rolled over at the intersection of Highway 164 and County Highway E, on Tuesday, October 13 at 7:21 a.m.
Deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded along with the Wisconsin State Patrol, Slinger Fire Department, and Lifestar Rescue. Upon arrival of the Wisconsin State Patrol, the driver of the Schmitz Concrete truck was found to have only minor injuries.
An initial investigation showed that the concrete truck was traveling southbound on Highway 164, turning onto westbound County Highway E. The loaded concrete truck took the corner at a high rate of speed and rolled into the eastbound lane of traffic, narrowly missing an eastbound car. The driver of the eastbound car was not injured, however, the vehicle sustained minor damage from debris.
County Highway E at Highway 164 was closed in both directions to assist in accident cleanup. The Washington County Highway Shop assisted with debris removal.
Photo by the Washington County Sheriff's Office.
