A single-vehicle crash occurred on Lovers Lane in the town of Hillsboro at about 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, according to Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson.
Lewis E. Bontrager, 18, of rural Elroy lost control of his vehicle after negotiating a corner. After leaving the roadway, the vehicle struck a tree on the opposite side of the road.
Both vehicle occupants were injured, and the passenger, Kailey A. Miller, 18, of rural Elroy, was extricated from the vehicle by the Hillsboro Fire Department. Both were transported to Gundersen St. Joseph’s Hospital by Hillsboro Area Ambulance. Both were treated and released.
In addition to Hillsboro Fire and Hillsboro Area Ambulance, Hillsboro Police also assisted the sheriff’s office at the scene.
Winter road conditions and speed both appeared to be contributing factors; however, the crash remains under investigation.
