August 19, 2026 – Slinger, Wi – On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 12:23pm, Slinger Police Officers were dispatched to the construction area of Highway 60 over I41 for a report of a head-on crash with unknown injuries.
Officers responded to the scene and identified two vehicles involved with severe damage and airbag deployment. Both vehicles were occupied by drivers only.
The investigation showed one vehicle, operated by a 59-year old female, was eastbound on Highway 60 and turning North onto I41. The second vehicle, operated by an 18-year old female, was driving westbound on Highway 60 to cross the bridge over I41. The two vehicles collided in the westbound lanes of Highway 60.
Both drivers were transported by ambulance from the scene with suspected non-critical injuries. The location of the crash required Highway 60 westbound to be closed at Hillside Road for approximately one hour. Slinger Police Department appreciates the assistance provided by Wisconsin State Patrol, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Slinger Fire Department, and Lifestar Ambulance.
Slinger police appreciated the public’s assistance with redirecting traffic to allow aid to be rendered to those involved, and ask everyone to maintain safe speeds and vigilance when traveling through construction zones.