Newark, WI (March 24, 2026) – Several people were injured on Sunday morning in a two-vehicle crash in the Town of Newark, near Brodhead, just north of the Illinois border. The incident occurred around 10:20 a.m. on March 22.
According to the Rock County Sheriff’s Office, a Chevrolet Colorado driven by a 57-year-old man from Rockton, Illinois, crossed into the eastbound lanes and collided head-on with a GMC Sierra operated by a 41-year-old man from Rockford, Illinois.
A 41-year-old woman riding in the GMC and the driver of the Colorado were extricated from their vehicles. The woman sustained life-threatening injuries, while the other occupants were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and later released.
Authorities continue to investigate the crash, and additional details will be released as they are provided.
Our thoughts are with those injured and their families during recovery.
The risks and impact of head-on collisions
Head-on crashes are among the most dangerous types of vehicle collisions due to the combined speed and force of both vehicles. Extrication may be required when occupants are trapped, and injuries are often severe.
Emergency responders, including police, fire, and EMS, must coordinate quickly to provide medical care, secure the scene, and assist with vehicle removal. Drivers can reduce the risk of head-on collisions by staying alert, maintaining proper lane control, and avoiding distractions, especially on rural roads or near state borders where traffic patterns can be less predictable.
