Town of Curran, WI (March 4, 2026) – One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Jackson County on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities reported that the collision occurred at approximately 4:58 p.m. on February 25 along State Highway 95 in the Town of Curran. Emergency crews responded to reports of a serious crash and arrived to find two vehicles involved in a head-on collision.
Both drivers were trapped inside their respective vehicles and required extrication. First responders worked to remove the occupants before they were transported from the scene for further medical treatment.
According to officials, one of the drivers was later pronounced deceased at a hospital. He has been identified as 79-year-old Harold Crivitz. The condition of the second driver has not been publicly disclosed.
The crash remains under active investigation as authorities work to determine the circumstances that led to the head-on impact.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Harold Crivitz during this difficult time.
Head-On Collisions Mostly Result in Severe or Fatal Injuries
Head-on crashes are among the most dangerous types of motor vehicle collisions due to the combined force of two vehicles traveling in opposite directions. Even at moderate speeds, the impact forces can be substantial, increasing the likelihood of serious injury or fatal outcomes.
In rural highway settings such as Highway 95, investigators typically evaluate factors including lane positioning, potential impairment, distraction, weather conditions, and roadway design. Determining whether one vehicle crossed the centerline is often a key focus in head-on crash investigations.
When occupants become trapped inside their vehicles, extrication can delay immediate transport and medical intervention, further underscoring the severity of the impact. Law enforcement officials will continue examining evidence from the scene to establish what contributed to the collision.
