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FRANKLIN, Milwaukee County, Wis., Oct. 23, 2026 — A crash involving two cars and a dump truck injured multiple people Thursday afternoon, October 22, near the intersection of St. Martins Road and Loomis Road in Franklin, Wisconsin. Three paramedic units responded to the scene, according to a report from emergency responders.
The three vehicles collided at or near the St. Martins Road and Loomis Road intersection, the report said. The number of people hurt has not been released, and the severity of their injuries is not yet confirmed.
Emergency crews treated patients at the scene before transport. It is not known how many people were taken to hospitals or which ones.
The cause of the crash has not been determined. It remains under investigation, and no additional details about the vehicles or drivers involved have been released.
We hope everyone who was hurt makes a full and speedy recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What typically causes crashes involving large trucks like dump trucks?
Large-truck crashes often trace back to blind spots, longer stopping distances, driver fatigue, or another vehicle misjudging the truck's speed or turning radius. Investigators usually examine all of these factors before assigning a cause.
How can drivers stay safe when sharing the road with dump trucks and other commercial vehicles?
Give trucks extra following distance, avoid lingering next to their sides where visibility is limited, and never cut in front of one closely since trucks need much more room to stop.
Is fatigue a common factor in truck-involved crashes?
Fatigue is a recognized factor in many commercial vehicle crashes, particularly those occurring on long routes or during early morning and late afternoon hours. It is one of several issues investigators typically check.
What to Do After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Franklin, WI
If you're involved in a crash with multiple vehicles, stay where it's safe and call 911 right away. Even if you feel fine, get evaluated by paramedics on scene or at a hospital soon after, since some injuries like whiplash or internal bruising don't show symptoms immediately. Make sure to exchange information with other drivers if you're able, and take photos of vehicle positions and damage before cars are moved. Follow up with your own doctor in the days after, and keep records of any treatment in case you need them later.
