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Bruce Halama, 52 and Sharlene Witz, 53, killed, and Muriel McMullen, 59, injured in motorcycle crash on Highway 10 in Neillsville, Wisconsin

Modified Date: 
Fri, 09/01/2017 - 1:24pm
Accident Date: 
Saturday, November 5, 2016

Officials: 2 dead after car hits motorcycle

The Clark County Sheriff's Office says the motorcycle driver and a passenger were ejected Saturday and died as a result of their injuries.

Victims in Clark Co. fatal crash identified

Investigators said Bruce Halama, 52 and Sharlene Witz, 53, both of Whitehall died Saturday after a vehicle crossed the centerline and hit their motorcycle.

Since motorcycle crashes often end in serious injuries, victims need immediate help

Motorcycle accidents are more likely to end in serious injuries or death for the motorcyclist, since the rider is not protected from the force of a collision. When a motorcycle accident happens, the injured rider needs immediate, appropriate medical care, the accident needs to be investigated, and the insurance companies need to be informed.

When a motorcycle crash is caused by negligence, additional steps need to be taken to protect the legal rights of the injured motorcyclist or the family members of someone killed in a motorcycle crash. Go here to learn more about motorcycle accidents and claims.

Type: Motorcycle Accident
People Involved: 
Bruce Halama
Sharlene Witz
Muriel McMullen
Roadway: 
Highway 10
City: 
Neillsville, WI
County: 
Clark County, WI
Area: 
La Crosse-Eau Claire, WI

Comments

Submitted by Melinda Roberts on Sat, 11/05/2016 - 6:34pm
I was there right after it happened. I arrived before the police did. I saw the lifeless bodies lying in the road. No one was wearing a helmet. Such a tragedy.

Submitted by Julie on Mon, 11/07/2016 - 3:36am
Melinda, is there a way to contact you in regards to this? I know one of the people killed personally.

Submitted by Cheryl on Thu, 11/10/2016 - 2:50pm
I am a family member of the motorcycle driver that lost his life this horrible day. Helmets would not have saved either life according to the report given to our families. Please have respect for both Bruce and Sharlene's families who are grieving during this time and not post comments about the deceased not wearing helmets.

Submitted by Cheryl on Thu, 11/10/2016 - 2:50pm
I am a family member of the motorcycle driver that lost his life this horrible day. Helmets would not have saved either life according to the report given to our families. Please have respect for both Bruce and Sharlene's families who are grieving during this time and not post comments about the deceased not wearing helmets.

Submitted by Michelle Cameron on Mon, 11/07/2016 - 9:54am
My boyfriend and I were first on the scene, he called 911 and I visually assessed the condition of the cyclists and verbally assessed the driver while other bystanders helped to get the dog out until emergency response teams arrived. My boyfriend gave a statement and we stayed at the scene for about an hour. We were deeply affected and saddened by what we witnessed, we had been traveling behind the driver westbound when my boyfriend saw it happen. Our prayers go to all those involved.

Submitted by Mary on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 7:55am

Everyone is talking about the helmets. Just because you have one on doesn't mean you will live. It helps with cuts and keeping your face in good shape. But your brain inside your skull goes back in forth in your skull that causes the damage of swelling. And that what kills people. Or your neck snaps yes in some cases the skull gets crushed not wearing a helmet. I will never wear one. Only going threw states that you have to. I feel for all the family's involved it's never easing to deal with when this happens.

Submitted by Jeff on Wed, 11/30/2016 - 6:48pm
My wife and I were first to arrive from the west, apparently following the bike. We too are upset and deeply affected by what we witnessed. Such a tragedy! Can't control the "other" driver, my bike will be for sale in the spring.

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