Fond du Lac, WI (June 23, 2026) – A traffic fatality was reported on Sunday morning in Fond du Lac County after a driver allegedly failed to yield the right-of-way at a rural intersection south of Campbellsport.
According to investigators, the wreck occurred shortly before 8 a.m. on June 21, when a vehicle traveling south on Mill Pond Rd entered the intersection with County Hwy V and struck a northbound vehicle. The 21-year-old driver of the southbound vehicle was taken to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
A 20-year-old passenger riding with him was treated for minor injuries at the roadside and released. The northbound vehicle was driven by a 68-year-old Kewaskum woman who became trapped inside her vehicle and suffered a serious head injury. She was taken to a hospital, where she later died. A 16-year-old passenger traveling with her was treated for minor injuries and later released.
The driver of the southbound vehicle was subsequently booked into the Fond du Lac County Jail on suspicion of Homicide by Intoxicated Use of a Motor Vehicle. The people involved had not been publicly identified as of this report. Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the collision as additional information is gathered.
Our hearts go out to the family and friends mourning this tragic loss.
What Happens When a Driver Fails to Yield at an Intersection?
Intersections are among the most common places for serious roadway crashes. When a driver fails to yield the right-of-way, vehicles traveling in different directions can enter the same space at the same time, creating a high risk of severe injuries. These crashes occur with little warning, giving drivers limited time to react.
Several factors may be reviewed after a fatal roadway crash, including vehicle positions, speed, visibility, traffic controls, and statements from those involved. Investigators may also examine whether impairment, distraction, or other contributing circumstances played a part. Early reports frequently contain only basic information while additional evidence is collected.
The severity of injuries in an intersection-related accident can depend on many factors, including vehicle size, point of contact, and seat belt use. Even at moderate speeds, side-impact and angle crashes can result in life-threatening harm because occupants have less protection from direct force.
