Fatal Crash. MWC file photo
TOWN OF DEXTER, WI (WSAU) — A 17-year-old died in a single-car crash in Wood County last weekend.
Deputies were called to an area near Highway 80 and Highway 54 on Saturday at about 2:30 PM for a report of a vehicle that was on fire. The first officers on the scene attempted to put out the flames but failed to get the fire under control.
Crews from the Pittsville Fire Department arrived a few minutes later and managed to extinguish the flames.
The driver was identified as Lucy Vanatta. She died at the scene.
Investigators say she was northbound on Highway 80 when her vehicle crossed the center line into the southbound lane. The vehicle continued into the ditch and struck a tree.
No further information regarding the incident has been released, including if alcohol or speed were factors. The investigation remains active.
The Wood County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by fire departments from Pittsville, Vesper, and Arpin along with the Wood County Coroner and Highway Department.
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