[Friday, Feb 24, 2017] This story has been updated: Update: Driver Identified in Fatal Hit & Run in Ladysmith
Press Release - On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at approximately 7:46 p.m. the Ladysmith Police Department and the Rusk County Sheriff's Office responded to the 800 block of Lindoo Avenue East in the City of Ladysmith for a report of a motor vehicle hit and run crash with injuries.
Upon arrival at the scene, officers located the victim, a 57 year old male from Ladysmith lying next to his truck. The victim was transported to Rusk County Memorial Hospital. The victim later succumbed to his injuries.
A 52 year old male of Ladysmith was arrested and booked into the Rusk County Jail.
The incident remains under investigation. The Rusk County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin State Patrol, and the Rusk County Medical Examiner's Office are also assisting in the investigation. If anyone has information regarding this hit and run crash please call the Ladysmith Police Department at 715-532-2186.
Allen S. Lobermeier, Chief of Police
Last Update: Feb 24, 2017 6:35 pm CST
