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Milwaukee, WI (July 8, 2026) – Three people were injured in a crash early on Tuesday morning at the intersection of South 13th Street and West Oklahoma Avenue on Milwaukee’s south side. The crash was reported around 5:30 a.m. on July 7.
According to investigators, a vehicle traveling southbound on South 13th Street ran a red light and collided with another vehicle traveling westbound on West Oklahoma Avenue. Video from a nearby gas station reportedly captured the impact, showing one vehicle striking the side of the other, sending the struck vehicle spinning as debris scattered across the roadway.
The 21-year-old driver and 20-year-old passenger of the first vehicle, along with the 33-year-old driver of the second vehicle, were taken to local hospitals for treatment. No additional details about their conditions have been released.
We wish all those injured a speedy recovery.
Why Red-Light Crashes Can Lead to Serious Injuries
Crashes caused by red-light violations can be especially dangerous because they frequently occur at intersections where vehicles cross paths from different directions. Side-impact collisions, also called T-bone crashes, can expose occupants to significant forces, particularly on the side of the vehicle where protection is less effective.
After this type of collision, emergency medical teams examine everyone involved for visible and hidden injuries. Investigators may review traffic signal timing, surveillance video, witness statements, and physical evidence from the roadway to determine how the crash occurred. Vehicle damage and debris patterns can also provide helpful details about the sequence of events and the severity of the impact.
