This is an updated post from an accident that happened last month.
Grant County, WI (April 7, 2026) – A 79-year-old man has died following a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 151 near Dubuque that occurred on March 27.
Alan Hensiak, of Union Grove, Wisconsin, was turning onto northbound Highway 151 from Hill Climb Road when his pickup truck struck a concrete barrier. After exiting his truck, he was standing in the road when an SUV traveling in the same lane struck him. Hensiak was transported to MercyOne Medical in Dubuque and later flown by medical helicopter to Iowa City due to life-threatening injuries, where he later died. No other injuries were reported.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash, and additional details will be released as they become available.
Our condolences go out to the family of the deceased.
Why Pedestrian Strikes on Roadways Are Particularly Dangerous
Pedestrian strikes involving vehicles often result in severe injuries or fatalities due to the force of impact. Even when vehicles are traveling at moderate speeds, the mass of the vehicle can cause critical trauma.
Incidents where a person is standing in traffic after a prior collision can be especially hazardous. Emergency responders prioritize securing the area, providing immediate medical attention, and ensuring that further collisions are prevented while investigators determine the sequence of events.
