Tragedy struck in Brookfield on Thursday evening as two senior citizens were fatally injured in a devastating head-on collision. The accident occurred just after 6:30 p.m. near Springdale Road and Capitol Drive, claiming the lives of a 91-year-old man and an 87-year-old woman, both residents of the area.
A third person involved in the crash was transported to the hospital and is expected to survive, according to reports from WISN. The impact of this tragic accident forced authorities to close a portion of Capitol Drive between Barker Road and Springdale Road for several hours, with the road reopening around 11:00 p.m. on the same night.
Authorities are actively investigating the cause of the collision, and details remain scarce. Multiple agencies responded to the incident, including the Town of Brookfield Police Department, City of Brookfield Police Department, Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department, and Wisconsin State Patrol, along with fire and rescue teams from both the town and city of Brookfield. The Waukesha County Medical Examiner’s Office is also involved in the investigation, as reported by TMJ4.
As the community mourns the loss of two beloved residents, the investigation continues to unfold. The names of the deceased have not yet been released, and the circumstances leading up to the crash are still under review. The health status of the injured party remains non-life-threatening, but updates on their condition have not been provided.
Residents are left in shock, grappling with this tragic news as they await further information from the authorities. The investigation is ongoing, and any updates will depend on the findings of the involved agencies. The community of Brookfield is coming together during this difficult time, hoping for answers and healing as they process this heartbreaking event.
